How many syllables in “orbicularly”?
syllables in "orbicularly"
Word details
Syllables
5
or · bi · cu · lar · ly
Letters
11
o · r · b · i · c · u · l · a · r · l · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “orbicularly”
The word “orbicularly” contains 5 syllables, divided as or · bi · cu · lar · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "orbicularly" have?
"orbicularly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "orbicularly" into syllables?
"orbicularly" is divided into syllables as: or · bi · cu · lar · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "orbicularly"?
The Scrabble score for "orbicularly" is 18 points.
Using “orbicularly” in writing
"orbicularly" (or · bi · cu · lar · 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, “orbicularly” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.