How many syllables in “empirically”?
syllables in "empirically"
Word details
Syllables
5
em · pi · ri · cal · ly
Letters
11
e · m · p · i · r · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “empirically”
The word “empirically” contains 5 syllables, divided as em · pi · ri · cal · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "empirically" have?
"empirically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "empirically" into syllables?
"empirically" is divided into syllables as: em · pi · ri · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "empirically"?
The Scrabble score for "empirically" is 20 points.
Using “empirically” in writing
"empirically" (em · pi · ri · 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, “empirically” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.