How many syllables in “discreditably”?
syllables in "discreditably"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · scre · di · ta · bly
Letters
13
d · i · s · c · r · e · d · i · t · a · b · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “discreditably”
The word “discreditably” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · scre · di · ta · bly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "discreditably" have?
"discreditably" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "discreditably" into syllables?
"discreditably" is divided into syllables as: di · scre · di · ta · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "discreditably"?
The Scrabble score for "discreditably" is 22 points.
Using “discreditably” in writing
"discreditably" (di · scre · di · ta · bly) 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, “discreditably” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.