How many syllables in “disreputably”?
syllables in "disreputably"
Word details
Syllables
5
dis · re · pu · ta · bly
Letters
12
d · i · s · r · e · p · u · t · a · b · l · y
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “disreputably”
The word “disreputably” contains 5 syllables, divided as dis · re · pu · ta · bly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "disreputably" have?
"disreputably" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "disreputably" into syllables?
"disreputably" is divided into syllables as: dis · re · pu · ta · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "disreputably"?
The Scrabble score for "disreputably" is 20 points.
Using “disreputably” in writing
"disreputably" (dis · re · pu · 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, “disreputably” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.