How many syllables in “evenhandedly”?
syllables in "evenhandedly"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · ven · han · ded · ly
Letters
12
e · v · e · n · h · a · n · d · e · d · l · y
Scrabble
23
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About the word “evenhandedly”
The word “evenhandedly” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · ven · han · ded · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "evenhandedly" have?
"evenhandedly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "evenhandedly" into syllables?
"evenhandedly" is divided into syllables as: e · ven · han · ded · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "evenhandedly"?
The Scrabble score for "evenhandedly" is 23 points.
Using “evenhandedly” in writing
"evenhandedly" (e · ven · han · ded · 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, “evenhandedly” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.