How many syllables in “magnificently”?
syllables in "magnificently"
Word details
Syllables
5
mag · ni · fi · cen · tly
Letters
13
m · a · g · n · i · f · i · c · e · n · t · l · y
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “magnificently”
The word “magnificently” contains 5 syllables, divided as mag · ni · fi · cen · tly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "magnificently" have?
"magnificently" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "magnificently" into syllables?
"magnificently" is divided into syllables as: mag · ni · fi · cen · tly.
What is the Scrabble score for "magnificently"?
The Scrabble score for "magnificently" is 24 points.
Using “magnificently” in writing
"magnificently" (mag · ni · fi · cen · tly) 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, “magnificently” 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.