How many syllables in “dishonorably”?
syllables in "dishonorably"
Word details
Syllables
5
dis · ho · no · ra · bly
Letters
12
d · i · s · h · o · n · o · r · a · b · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “dishonorably”
The word “dishonorably” contains 5 syllables, divided as dis · ho · no · ra · bly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dishonorably" have?
"dishonorably" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dishonorably" into syllables?
"dishonorably" is divided into syllables as: dis · ho · no · ra · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "dishonorably"?
The Scrabble score for "dishonorably" is 21 points.
Using “dishonorably” in writing
"dishonorably" (dis · ho · no · ra · 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, “dishonorably” 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.