How many syllables in “entertainingly”?
syllables in "entertainingly"
Word details
Syllables
5
en · ter · tai · nin · gly
Letters
14
e · n · t · e · r · t · a · i · n · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “entertainingly”
The word “entertainingly” contains 5 syllables, divided as en · ter · tai · nin · gly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "entertainingly" have?
"entertainingly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "entertainingly" into syllables?
"entertainingly" is divided into syllables as: en · ter · tai · nin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "entertainingly"?
The Scrabble score for "entertainingly" is 18 points.
Using “entertainingly” in writing
"entertainingly" (en · ter · tai · nin · 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, “entertainingly” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.