How many syllables in “horrifically”?
syllables in "horrifically"
Word details
Syllables
5
hor · ri · fi · cal · ly
Letters
12
h · o · r · r · i · f · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “horrifically”
The word “horrifically” contains 5 syllables, divided as hor · ri · fi · cal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "horrifically" have?
"horrifically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "horrifically" into syllables?
"horrifically" is divided into syllables as: hor · ri · fi · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "horrifically"?
The Scrabble score for "horrifically" is 23 points.
Using “horrifically” in writing
"horrifically" (hor · ri · fi · 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, “horrifically” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.