How many syllables in “embarrassingly”?
syllables in "embarrassingly"
Word details
Syllables
5
em · bar · ras · sin · gly
Letters
14
e · m · b · a · r · r · a · s · s · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “embarrassingly”
The word “embarrassingly” contains 5 syllables, divided as em · bar · ras · sin · gly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "embarrassingly" have?
"embarrassingly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "embarrassingly" into syllables?
"embarrassingly" is divided into syllables as: em · bar · ras · sin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "embarrassingly"?
The Scrabble score for "embarrassingly" is 22 points.
Using “embarrassingly” in writing
"embarrassingly" (em · bar · ras · sin · gly) 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, “embarrassingly” 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.