How many syllables in “diabolically”?
syllables in "diabolically"
Word details
Syllables
5
dia · bo · li · cal · ly
Letters
12
d · i · a · b · o · l · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “diabolically”
The word “diabolically” contains 5 syllables, divided as dia · bo · li · cal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "diabolically" have?
"diabolically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "diabolically" into syllables?
"diabolically" is divided into syllables as: dia · bo · li · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "diabolically"?
The Scrabble score for "diabolically" is 20 points.
Using “diabolically” in writing
"diabolically" (dia · bo · li · cal · 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, “diabolically” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.