How many syllables in “obsolescently”?
syllables in "obsolescently"
Word details
Syllables
5
ob · so · le · scen · tly
Letters
13
o · b · s · o · l · e · s · c · e · n · t · l · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “obsolescently”
The word “obsolescently” contains 5 syllables, divided as ob · so · le · scen · tly. It has 13 letters.
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How many syllables does "obsolescently" have?
"obsolescently" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "obsolescently" into syllables?
"obsolescently" is divided into syllables as: ob · so · le · scen · tly.
What is the Scrabble score for "obsolescently"?
The Scrabble score for "obsolescently" is 20 points.
Using “obsolescently” in writing
"obsolescently" (ob · so · le · scen · tly) 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, “obsolescently” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.