How many syllables in “polemically”?
syllables in "polemically"
Word details
Syllables
5
po · le · mi · cal · ly
Letters
11
p · o · l · e · m · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “polemically”
The word “polemically” contains 5 syllables, divided as po · le · mi · cal · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "polemically" have?
"polemically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "polemically" into syllables?
"polemically" is divided into syllables as: po · le · mi · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "polemically"?
The Scrabble score for "polemically" is 20 points.
Using “polemically” in writing
"polemically" (po · le · mi · 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, “polemically” 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.