How many syllables in “neurotically”?
syllables in "neurotically"
Word details
Syllables
5
neu · ro · ti · cal · ly
Letters
12
n · e · u · r · o · t · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “neurotically”
The word “neurotically” contains 5 syllables, divided as neu · ro · ti · cal · ly. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "neurotically" have?
"neurotically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "neurotically" into syllables?
"neurotically" is divided into syllables as: neu · ro · ti · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "neurotically"?
The Scrabble score for "neurotically" is 17 points.
Using “neurotically” in writing
"neurotically" (neu · ro · ti · 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, “neurotically” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.