How many syllables in “obligately”?
syllables in "obligately"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · bli · ga · te · ly
Letters
10
o · b · l · i · g · a · t · e · l · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “obligately”
The word “obligately” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · bli · ga · te · ly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "obligately" have?
"obligately" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "obligately" into syllables?
"obligately" is divided into syllables as: o · bli · ga · te · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "obligately"?
The Scrabble score for "obligately" is 16 points.
Using “obligately” in writing
"obligately" (o · bli · ga · te · 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, “obligately” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.