How many syllables in “geographically”?
syllables in "geographically"
Word details
Syllables
5
geo · grap · hi · cal · ly
Letters
14
g · e · o · g · r · a · p · h · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “geographically”
The word “geographically” contains 5 syllables, divided as geo · grap · hi · cal · ly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "geographically" have?
"geographically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "geographically" into syllables?
"geographically" is divided into syllables as: geo · grap · hi · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "geographically"?
The Scrabble score for "geographically" is 26 points.
Using “geographically” in writing
"geographically" (geo · grap · hi · 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, “geographically” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.