How many syllables in “indestructibly”?
syllables in "indestructibly"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · de · struc · ti · bly
Letters
14
i · n · d · e · s · t · r · u · c · t · i · b · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “indestructibly”
The word “indestructibly” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · de · struc · ti · bly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "indestructibly" have?
"indestructibly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "indestructibly" into syllables?
"indestructibly" is divided into syllables as: in · de · struc · ti · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "indestructibly"?
The Scrabble score for "indestructibly" is 22 points.
Using “indestructibly” in writing
"indestructibly" (in · de · struc · ti · 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, “indestructibly” 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.