How many syllables in “perfunctorily”?
syllables in "perfunctorily"
Word details
Syllables
5
per · fun · cto · ri · ly
Letters
13
p · e · r · f · u · n · c · t · o · r · i · l · y
Scrabble
23
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “perfunctorily”
The word “perfunctorily” contains 5 syllables, divided as per · fun · cto · ri · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "perfunctorily" have?
"perfunctorily" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "perfunctorily" into syllables?
"perfunctorily" is divided into syllables as: per · fun · cto · ri · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "perfunctorily"?
The Scrabble score for "perfunctorily" is 23 points.
Using “perfunctorily” in writing
"perfunctorily" (per · fun · cto · ri · 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, “perfunctorily” 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.