How many syllables in “dictatorially”?
syllables in "dictatorially"
Word details
Syllables
5
dic · ta · to · rial · ly
Letters
13
d · i · c · t · a · t · o · r · i · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “dictatorially”
The word “dictatorially” contains 5 syllables, divided as dic · ta · to · rial · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dictatorially" have?
"dictatorially" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dictatorially" into syllables?
"dictatorially" is divided into syllables as: dic · ta · to · rial · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "dictatorially"?
The Scrabble score for "dictatorially" is 19 points.
Using “dictatorially” in writing
"dictatorially" (dic · ta · to · rial · 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, “dictatorially” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.