How many syllables in “molecularly”?
syllables in "molecularly"
Word details
Syllables
5
mo · le · cu · lar · ly
Letters
11
m · o · l · e · c · u · l · a · r · l · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “molecularly”
The word “molecularly” contains 5 syllables, divided as mo · le · cu · lar · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "molecularly" have?
"molecularly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "molecularly" into syllables?
"molecularly" is divided into syllables as: mo · le · cu · lar · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "molecularly"?
The Scrabble score for "molecularly" is 18 points.
Using “molecularly” in writing
"molecularly" (mo · le · cu · lar · 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, “molecularly” 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.