How many syllables in “profligately”?
syllables in "profligately"
Word details
Syllables
5
pro · fli · ga · te · ly
Letters
12
p · r · o · f · l · i · g · a · t · e · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “profligately”
The word “profligately” contains 5 syllables, divided as pro · fli · ga · te · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "profligately" have?
"profligately" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "profligately" into syllables?
"profligately" is divided into syllables as: pro · fli · ga · te · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "profligately"?
The Scrabble score for "profligately" is 21 points.
Using “profligately” in writing
"profligately" (pro · fli · ga · te · 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, “profligately” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.