How many syllables in “proximately”?
syllables in "proximately"
Word details
Syllables
5
pro · xi · ma · te · ly
Letters
11
p · r · o · x · i · m · a · t · e · l · y
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “proximately”
The word “proximately” contains 5 syllables, divided as pro · xi · ma · te · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "proximately" have?
"proximately" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "proximately" into syllables?
"proximately" is divided into syllables as: pro · xi · ma · te · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "proximately"?
The Scrabble score for "proximately" is 25 points.
Using “proximately” in writing
"proximately" (pro · xi · ma · 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, “proximately” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.