How many syllables in “elegiacally”?
syllables in "elegiacally"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · le · gia · cal · ly
Letters
11
e · l · e · g · i · a · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
17
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About the word “elegiacally”
The word “elegiacally” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · le · gia · cal · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "elegiacally" have?
"elegiacally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "elegiacally" into syllables?
"elegiacally" is divided into syllables as: e · le · gia · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "elegiacally"?
The Scrabble score for "elegiacally" is 17 points.
Using “elegiacally” in writing
"elegiacally" (e · le · gia · 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, “elegiacally” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.