How many syllables in “digressively”?
syllables in "digressively"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · gres · si · ve · ly
Letters
12
d · i · g · r · e · s · s · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “digressively”
The word “digressively” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · gres · si · ve · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "digressively" have?
"digressively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "digressively" into syllables?
"digressively" is divided into syllables as: di · gres · si · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "digressively"?
The Scrabble score for "digressively" is 20 points.
Using “digressively” in writing
"digressively" (di · gres · si · ve · 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, “digressively” 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.