How many syllables in “diatonically”?
syllables in "diatonically"
Word details
Syllables
5
dia · to · ni · cal · ly
Letters
12
d · i · a · t · o · n · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “diatonically”
The word “diatonically” contains 5 syllables, divided as dia · to · ni · cal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "diatonically" have?
"diatonically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "diatonically" into syllables?
"diatonically" is divided into syllables as: dia · to · ni · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "diatonically"?
The Scrabble score for "diatonically" is 18 points.
Using “diatonically” in writing
"diatonically" (dia · to · ni · 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, “diatonically” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.