How many syllables in “openhandedly”?
syllables in "openhandedly"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · pen · han · ded · ly
Letters
12
o · p · e · n · h · a · n · d · e · d · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “openhandedly”
The word “openhandedly” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · pen · han · ded · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "openhandedly" have?
"openhandedly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "openhandedly" into syllables?
"openhandedly" is divided into syllables as: o · pen · han · ded · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "openhandedly"?
The Scrabble score for "openhandedly" is 22 points.
Using “openhandedly” in writing
"openhandedly" (o · pen · han · ded · 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, “openhandedly” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.