How many syllables in “devastatingly”?
syllables in "devastatingly"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · va · sta · tin · gly
Letters
13
d · e · v · a · s · t · a · t · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “devastatingly”
The word “devastatingly” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · va · sta · tin · gly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "devastatingly" have?
"devastatingly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "devastatingly" into syllables?
"devastatingly" is divided into syllables as: de · va · sta · tin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "devastatingly"?
The Scrabble score for "devastatingly" is 21 points.
Using “devastatingly” in writing
"devastatingly" (de · va · sta · tin · gly) 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, “devastatingly” 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.