How many syllables in “hesitatingly”?
syllables in "hesitatingly"
Word details
Syllables
5
he · si · ta · tin · gly
Letters
12
h · e · s · i · t · a · t · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
19
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About the word “hesitatingly”
The word “hesitatingly” contains 5 syllables, divided as he · si · ta · tin · gly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hesitatingly" have?
"hesitatingly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hesitatingly" into syllables?
"hesitatingly" is divided into syllables as: he · si · ta · tin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "hesitatingly"?
The Scrabble score for "hesitatingly" is 19 points.
Using “hesitatingly” in writing
"hesitatingly" (he · si · ta · tin · 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, “hesitatingly” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.