How many syllables in “obstructively”?
syllables in "obstructively"
Word details
Syllables
5
ob · struc · ti · ve · ly
Letters
13
o · b · s · t · r · u · c · t · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “obstructively”
The word “obstructively” contains 5 syllables, divided as ob · struc · ti · ve · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "obstructively" have?
"obstructively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "obstructively" into syllables?
"obstructively" is divided into syllables as: ob · struc · ti · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "obstructively"?
The Scrabble score for "obstructively" is 23 points.
Using “obstructively” in writing
"obstructively" (ob · struc · ti · ve · 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, “obstructively” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.