How many syllables in “hurtfully”?
syllables in "hurtfully"
Word details
Syllables
3
hur · tful · ly
Letters
9
h · u · r · t · f · u · l · l · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “hurtfully”
The word “hurtfully” contains 3 syllables, divided as hur · tful · ly. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hurtfully" have?
"hurtfully" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hurtfully" into syllables?
"hurtfully" is divided into syllables as: hur · tful · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "hurtfully"?
The Scrabble score for "hurtfully" is 18 points.
Using “hurtfully” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hurtfully" (hur · tful · ly) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “hurtfully” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “hurtfully”
The letters in “hurtfully” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ruthfully.