How many syllables in “impressively”?
syllables in "impressively"
Word details
Syllables
5
im · pres · si · ve · ly
Letters
12
i · m · p · r · e · s · s · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “impressively”
The word “impressively” contains 5 syllables, divided as im · pres · si · ve · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "impressively" have?
"impressively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "impressively" into syllables?
"impressively" is divided into syllables as: im · pres · si · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "impressively"?
The Scrabble score for "impressively" is 22 points.
Using “impressively” in writing
"impressively" (im · pres · 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, “impressively” is worth 22 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 “impressively”
The letters in “impressively” can be rearranged to spell one other word: permissively.