How many syllables in “discontinuously”?
syllables in "discontinuously"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · scon · ti · nuou · sly
Letters
15
d · i · s · c · o · n · t · i · n · u · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “discontinuously”
The word “discontinuously” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · scon · ti · nuou · sly. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "discontinuously" have?
"discontinuously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "discontinuously" into syllables?
"discontinuously" is divided into syllables as: di · scon · ti · nuou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "discontinuously"?
The Scrabble score for "discontinuously" is 21 points.
Using “discontinuously” in writing
"discontinuously" (di · scon · ti · nuou · sly) 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, “discontinuously” 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.