How many syllables in “diagnostically”?
syllables in "diagnostically"
Word details
Syllables
5
diag · no · sti · cal · ly
Letters
14
d · i · a · g · n · o · s · t · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “diagnostically”
The word “diagnostically” contains 5 syllables, divided as diag · no · sti · cal · ly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "diagnostically" have?
"diagnostically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "diagnostically" into syllables?
"diagnostically" is divided into syllables as: diag · no · sti · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "diagnostically"?
The Scrabble score for "diagnostically" is 21 points.
Using “diagnostically” in writing
"diagnostically" (diag · no · sti · 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, “diagnostically” 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.