How many syllables in “phlegmatically”?
syllables in "phlegmatically"
Word details
Syllables
5
phleg · ma · ti · cal · ly
Letters
14
p · h · l · e · g · m · a · t · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “phlegmatically”
The word “phlegmatically” contains 5 syllables, divided as phleg · ma · ti · cal · ly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "phlegmatically" have?
"phlegmatically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "phlegmatically" into syllables?
"phlegmatically" is divided into syllables as: phleg · ma · ti · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "phlegmatically"?
The Scrabble score for "phlegmatically" is 27 points.
Using “phlegmatically” in writing
"phlegmatically" (phleg · ma · 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, “phlegmatically” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.