How many syllables in “irrevocably”?
syllables in "irrevocably"
Word details
Syllables
5
ir · re · vo · ca · bly
Letters
11
i · r · r · e · v · o · c · a · b · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “irrevocably”
The word “irrevocably” contains 5 syllables, divided as ir · re · vo · ca · bly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "irrevocably" have?
"irrevocably" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "irrevocably" into syllables?
"irrevocably" is divided into syllables as: ir · re · vo · ca · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "irrevocably"?
The Scrabble score for "irrevocably" is 21 points.
Using “irrevocably” in writing
"irrevocably" (ir · re · vo · ca · 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, “irrevocably” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.