How many syllables in “malevolently”?
syllables in "malevolently"
Word details
Syllables
5
ma · le · vo · len · tly
Letters
12
m · a · l · e · v · o · l · e · n · t · l · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “malevolently”
The word “malevolently” contains 5 syllables, divided as ma · le · vo · len · tly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "malevolently" have?
"malevolently" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "malevolently" into syllables?
"malevolently" is divided into syllables as: ma · le · vo · len · tly.
What is the Scrabble score for "malevolently"?
The Scrabble score for "malevolently" is 20 points.
Using “malevolently” in writing
"malevolently" (ma · le · vo · len · 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, “malevolently” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.