How many syllables in “obsoletely”?
syllables in "obsoletely"
Word details
Syllables
5
ob · so · le · te · ly
Letters
10
o · b · s · o · l · e · t · e · l · y
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “obsoletely”
The word “obsoletely” contains 5 syllables, divided as ob · so · le · te · ly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "obsoletely" have?
"obsoletely" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "obsoletely" into syllables?
"obsoletely" is divided into syllables as: ob · so · le · te · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "obsoletely"?
The Scrabble score for "obsoletely" is 15 points.
Using “obsoletely” in writing
"obsoletely" (ob · so · le · 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, “obsoletely” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.