How many syllables in “masculinely”?
syllables in "masculinely"
Word details
Syllables
5
ma · scu · li · ne · ly
Letters
11
m · a · s · c · u · l · i · n · e · l · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “masculinely”
The word “masculinely” contains 5 syllables, divided as ma · scu · li · ne · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "masculinely" have?
"masculinely" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "masculinely" into syllables?
"masculinely" is divided into syllables as: ma · scu · li · ne · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "masculinely"?
The Scrabble score for "masculinely" is 18 points.
Using “masculinely” in writing
"masculinely" (ma · scu · li · ne · 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, “masculinely” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.