How many syllables in “eccentrically”?
syllables in "eccentrically"
Word details
Syllables
5
ec · cen · tri · cal · ly
Letters
13
e · c · c · e · n · t · r · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “eccentrically”
The word “eccentrically” contains 5 syllables, divided as ec · cen · tri · cal · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "eccentrically" have?
"eccentrically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "eccentrically" into syllables?
"eccentrically" is divided into syllables as: ec · cen · tri · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "eccentrically"?
The Scrabble score for "eccentrically" is 22 points.
Using “eccentrically” in writing
"eccentrically" (ec · cen · tri · 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, “eccentrically” 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.