How many syllables in “disgracefully”?
syllables in "disgracefully"
Word details
Syllables
5
dis · gra · ce · ful · ly
Letters
13
d · i · s · g · r · a · c · e · f · u · l · l · y
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “disgracefully”
The word “disgracefully” contains 5 syllables, divided as dis · gra · ce · ful · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "disgracefully" have?
"disgracefully" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "disgracefully" into syllables?
"disgracefully" is divided into syllables as: dis · gra · ce · ful · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "disgracefully"?
The Scrabble score for "disgracefully" is 23 points.
Using “disgracefully” in writing
"disgracefully" (dis · gra · ce · ful · 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, “disgracefully” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.