How many syllables in “homosexually”?
syllables in "homosexually"
Word details
Syllables
5
ho · mo · se · xual · ly
Letters
12
h · o · m · o · s · e · x · u · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “homosexually”
The word “homosexually” contains 5 syllables, divided as ho · mo · se · xual · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "homosexually" have?
"homosexually" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "homosexually" into syllables?
"homosexually" is divided into syllables as: ho · mo · se · xual · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "homosexually"?
The Scrabble score for "homosexually" is 27 points.
Using “homosexually” in writing
"homosexually" (ho · mo · se · xual · 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, “homosexually” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.