How many syllables in “paralyzingly”?
syllables in "paralyzingly"
Word details
Syllables
5
pa · ra · ly · zin · gly
Letters
12
p · a · r · a · l · y · z · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
30
points
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About the word “paralyzingly”
The word “paralyzingly” contains 5 syllables, divided as pa · ra · ly · zin · gly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "paralyzingly" have?
"paralyzingly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "paralyzingly" into syllables?
"paralyzingly" is divided into syllables as: pa · ra · ly · zin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "paralyzingly"?
The Scrabble score for "paralyzingly" is 30 points.
Using “paralyzingly” in writing
"paralyzingly" (pa · ra · ly · zin · gly) 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, “paralyzingly” is worth 30 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.