How many syllables in “efficaciously”?
syllables in "efficaciously"
Word details
Syllables
5
effi · caci · ousl · y
Letters
13
e · f · f · i · c · a · c · i · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “efficaciously”
The word “efficaciously” contains 5 syllables, divided as effi · caci · ousl · y. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "efficaciously" have?
"efficaciously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "efficaciously" into syllables?
"efficaciously" is divided into syllables as: effi · caci · ousl · y.
What is the Scrabble score for "efficaciously"?
The Scrabble score for "efficaciously" is 26 points.
Using “efficaciously” in writing
"efficaciously" (effi · caci · ousl · y) 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, “efficaciously” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.