How many syllables in “hypercorrectly”?
syllables in "hypercorrectly"
Word details
Syllables
5
hy · per · cor · rec · tly
Letters
14
h · y · p · e · r · c · o · r · r · e · c · t · l · y
Scrabble
29
points
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About the word “hypercorrectly”
The word “hypercorrectly” contains 5 syllables, divided as hy · per · cor · rec · tly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hypercorrectly" have?
"hypercorrectly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hypercorrectly" into syllables?
"hypercorrectly" is divided into syllables as: hy · per · cor · rec · tly.
What is the Scrabble score for "hypercorrectly"?
The Scrabble score for "hypercorrectly" is 29 points.
Using “hypercorrectly” in writing
"hypercorrectly" (hy · per · cor · rec · tly) 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, “hypercorrectly” is worth 29 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.