How many syllables in “distastefully”?
syllables in "distastefully"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · sta · ste · ful · ly
Letters
13
d · i · s · t · a · s · t · e · f · u · l · l · y
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “distastefully”
The word “distastefully” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · sta · ste · ful · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "distastefully" have?
"distastefully" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "distastefully" into syllables?
"distastefully" is divided into syllables as: di · sta · ste · ful · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "distastefully"?
The Scrabble score for "distastefully" is 20 points.
Using “distastefully” in writing
"distastefully" (di · sta · ste · 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, “distastefully” 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.