How many syllables in “illatively”?
syllables in "illatively"
Word details
Syllables
5
il · la · ti · ve · ly
Letters
10
i · l · l · a · t · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “illatively”
The word “illatively” contains 5 syllables, divided as il · la · ti · ve · ly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "illatively" have?
"illatively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "illatively" into syllables?
"illatively" is divided into syllables as: il · la · ti · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "illatively"?
The Scrabble score for "illatively" is 16 points.
Using “illatively” in writing
"illatively" (il · la · ti · ve · 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, “illatively” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.