How many syllables in “distinctively”?
syllables in "distinctively"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · stin · cti · ve · ly
Letters
13
d · i · s · t · i · n · c · t · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “distinctively”
The word “distinctively” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · stin · cti · ve · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "distinctively" have?
"distinctively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "distinctively" into syllables?
"distinctively" is divided into syllables as: di · stin · cti · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "distinctively"?
The Scrabble score for "distinctively" is 22 points.
Using “distinctively” in writing
"distinctively" (di · stin · cti · 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, “distinctively” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.