How many syllables in “flabbergastingly”?
syllables in "flabbergastingly"
Word details
Syllables
5
flab · ber · ga · stin · gly
Letters
16
f · l · a · b · b · e · r · g · a · s · t · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
28
points
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About the word “flabbergastingly”
The word “flabbergastingly” contains 5 syllables, divided as flab · ber · ga · stin · gly. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flabbergastingly" have?
"flabbergastingly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "flabbergastingly" into syllables?
"flabbergastingly" is divided into syllables as: flab · ber · ga · stin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "flabbergastingly"?
The Scrabble score for "flabbergastingly" is 28 points.
Using “flabbergastingly” in writing
"flabbergastingly" (flab · ber · ga · stin · 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, “flabbergastingly” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.