How many syllables in “pacifically”?
syllables in "pacifically"
Word details
Syllables
5
pa · ci · fi · cal · ly
Letters
11
p · a · c · i · f · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
23
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “pacifically”
The word “pacifically” contains 5 syllables, divided as pa · ci · fi · cal · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pacifically" have?
"pacifically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "pacifically" into syllables?
"pacifically" is divided into syllables as: pa · ci · fi · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "pacifically"?
The Scrabble score for "pacifically" is 23 points.
Using “pacifically” in writing
"pacifically" (pa · ci · fi · cal · 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, “pacifically” 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.