How many syllables in “holistically”?
syllables in "holistically"
Word details
Syllables
5
ho · li · sti · cal · ly
Letters
12
h · o · l · i · s · t · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “holistically”
The word “holistically” contains 5 syllables, divided as ho · li · sti · cal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "holistically" have?
"holistically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "holistically" into syllables?
"holistically" is divided into syllables as: ho · li · sti · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "holistically"?
The Scrabble score for "holistically" is 20 points.
Using “holistically” in writing
"holistically" (ho · li · sti · 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, “holistically” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.