How many syllables in “imperishably”?
syllables in "imperishably"
Word details
Syllables
5
im · pe · ris · ha · bly
Letters
12
i · m · p · e · r · i · s · h · a · b · l · y
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “imperishably”
The word “imperishably” contains 5 syllables, divided as im · pe · ris · ha · bly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "imperishably" have?
"imperishably" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "imperishably" into syllables?
"imperishably" is divided into syllables as: im · pe · ris · ha · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "imperishably"?
The Scrabble score for "imperishably" is 24 points.
Using “imperishably” in writing
"imperishably" (im · pe · ris · ha · bly) 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, “imperishably” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.