How many syllables in “progressively”?
syllables in "progressively"
Word details
Syllables
5
pro · gres · si · ve · ly
Letters
13
p · r · o · g · r · e · s · s · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “progressively”
The word “progressively” contains 5 syllables, divided as pro · gres · si · ve · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "progressively" have?
"progressively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "progressively" into syllables?
"progressively" is divided into syllables as: pro · gres · si · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "progressively"?
The Scrabble score for "progressively" is 22 points.
Using “progressively” in writing
"progressively" (pro · gres · si · ve · 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, “progressively” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.