How many syllables in “obstinately”?
syllables in "obstinately"
Word details
Syllables
5
ob · sti · na · te · ly
Letters
11
o · b · s · t · i · n · a · t · e · l · y
Scrabble
16
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About the word “obstinately”
The word “obstinately” contains 5 syllables, divided as ob · sti · na · te · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "obstinately" have?
"obstinately" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "obstinately" into syllables?
"obstinately" is divided into syllables as: ob · sti · na · te · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "obstinately"?
The Scrabble score for "obstinately" is 16 points.
Using “obstinately” in writing
"obstinately" (ob · sti · na · 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, “obstinately” 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.