How many syllables in “disapprovingly”?
syllables in "disapprovingly"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · sap · pro · vin · gly
Letters
14
d · i · s · a · p · p · r · o · v · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “disapprovingly”
The word “disapprovingly” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · sap · pro · vin · gly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "disapprovingly" have?
"disapprovingly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "disapprovingly" into syllables?
"disapprovingly" is divided into syllables as: di · sap · pro · vin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "disapprovingly"?
The Scrabble score for "disapprovingly" is 26 points.
Using “disapprovingly” in writing
"disapprovingly" (di · sap · pro · vin · gly) 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, “disapprovingly” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.