How many syllables in “homicidally”?
syllables in "homicidally"
Word details
Syllables
5
ho · mi · ci · dal · ly
Letters
11
h · o · m · i · c · i · d · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
22
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About the word “homicidally”
The word “homicidally” contains 5 syllables, divided as ho · mi · ci · dal · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "homicidally" have?
"homicidally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "homicidally" into syllables?
"homicidally" is divided into syllables as: ho · mi · ci · dal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "homicidally"?
The Scrabble score for "homicidally" is 22 points.
Using “homicidally” in writing
"homicidally" (ho · mi · ci · dal · 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, “homicidally” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.