How many syllables in “prematurely”?
syllables in "prematurely"
Word details
Syllables
5
pre · ma · tu · re · ly
Letters
11
p · r · e · m · a · t · u · r · e · l · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “prematurely”
The word “prematurely” contains 5 syllables, divided as pre · ma · tu · re · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "prematurely" have?
"prematurely" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "prematurely" into syllables?
"prematurely" is divided into syllables as: pre · ma · tu · re · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "prematurely"?
The Scrabble score for "prematurely" is 18 points.
Using “prematurely” in writing
"prematurely" (pre · ma · tu · re · 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, “prematurely” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.