How many syllables in “illusively”?
syllables in "illusively"
Word details
Syllables
5
il · lu · si · ve · ly
Letters
10
i · l · l · u · s · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “illusively”
The word “illusively” contains 5 syllables, divided as il · lu · si · ve · ly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "illusively" have?
"illusively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "illusively" into syllables?
"illusively" is divided into syllables as: il · lu · si · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "illusively"?
The Scrabble score for "illusively" is 16 points.
Using “illusively” in writing
"illusively" (il · lu · si · 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, “illusively” 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.