How many syllables in “embarrassedly”?
syllables in "embarrassedly"
Word details
Syllables
5
em · bar · ras · sed · ly
Letters
13
e · m · b · a · r · r · a · s · s · e · d · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “embarrassedly”
The word “embarrassedly” contains 5 syllables, divided as em · bar · ras · sed · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "embarrassedly" have?
"embarrassedly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "embarrassedly" into syllables?
"embarrassedly" is divided into syllables as: em · bar · ras · sed · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "embarrassedly"?
The Scrabble score for "embarrassedly" is 21 points.
Using “embarrassedly” in writing
"embarrassedly" (em · bar · ras · sed · 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, “embarrassedly” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.