How many syllables in “dissuasively”?
syllables in "dissuasively"
Word details
Syllables
5
dis · sua · si · ve · ly
Letters
12
d · i · s · s · u · a · s · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
19
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About the word “dissuasively”
The word “dissuasively” contains 5 syllables, divided as dis · sua · si · ve · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dissuasively" have?
"dissuasively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dissuasively" into syllables?
"dissuasively" is divided into syllables as: dis · sua · si · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "dissuasively"?
The Scrabble score for "dissuasively" is 19 points.
Using “dissuasively” in writing
"dissuasively" (dis · sua · 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, “dissuasively” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.