How many syllables in “mechanically”?
syllables in "mechanically"
Word details
Syllables
5
mec · ha · ni · cal · ly
Letters
12
m · e · c · h · a · n · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “mechanically”
The word “mechanically” contains 5 syllables, divided as mec · ha · ni · cal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mechanically" have?
"mechanically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "mechanically" into syllables?
"mechanically" is divided into syllables as: mec · ha · ni · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "mechanically"?
The Scrabble score for "mechanically" is 24 points.
Using “mechanically” in writing
"mechanically" (mec · ha · ni · cal · 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, “mechanically” 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.