How many syllables in “pedantically”?
syllables in "pedantically"
Word details
Syllables
5
pe · dan · ti · cal · ly
Letters
12
p · e · d · a · n · t · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “pedantically”
The word “pedantically” contains 5 syllables, divided as pe · dan · ti · cal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pedantically" have?
"pedantically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "pedantically" into syllables?
"pedantically" is divided into syllables as: pe · dan · ti · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "pedantically"?
The Scrabble score for "pedantically" is 20 points.
Using “pedantically” in writing
"pedantically" (pe · dan · ti · 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, “pedantically” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.