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