How many syllables in “discursively”?
syllables in "discursively"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · scur · si · ve · ly
Letters
12
d · i · s · c · u · r · s · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “discursively”
The word “discursively” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · scur · si · ve · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "discursively" have?
"discursively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "discursively" into syllables?
"discursively" is divided into syllables as: di · scur · si · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "discursively"?
The Scrabble score for "discursively" is 21 points.
Using “discursively” in writing
"discursively" (di · scur · 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, “discursively” 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.