How many syllables in “patronizingly”?
syllables in "patronizingly"
Word details
Syllables
5
pa · tro · ni · zin · gly
Letters
13
p · a · t · r · o · n · i · z · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
28
points
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About the word “patronizingly”
The word “patronizingly” contains 5 syllables, divided as pa · tro · ni · zin · gly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "patronizingly" have?
"patronizingly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "patronizingly" into syllables?
"patronizingly" is divided into syllables as: pa · tro · ni · zin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "patronizingly"?
The Scrabble score for "patronizingly" is 28 points.
Using “patronizingly” in writing
"patronizingly" (pa · tro · ni · 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, “patronizingly” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.