How many syllables in “diuretically”?
syllables in "diuretically"
Word details
Syllables
5
diu · re · ti · cal · ly
Letters
12
d · i · u · r · e · t · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “diuretically”
The word “diuretically” contains 5 syllables, divided as diu · re · ti · cal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "diuretically" have?
"diuretically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "diuretically" into syllables?
"diuretically" is divided into syllables as: diu · re · ti · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "diuretically"?
The Scrabble score for "diuretically" is 18 points.
Using “diuretically” in writing
"diuretically" (diu · re · ti · cal · 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, “diuretically” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.