How many syllables in “detractively”?
syllables in "detractively"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · trac · ti · ve · ly
Letters
12
d · e · t · r · a · c · t · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
21
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About the word “detractively”
The word “detractively” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · trac · ti · ve · ly. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "detractively" have?
"detractively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "detractively" into syllables?
"detractively" is divided into syllables as: de · trac · ti · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "detractively"?
The Scrabble score for "detractively" is 21 points.
Using “detractively” in writing
"detractively" (de · trac · ti · ve · ly) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “detractively” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.