How many syllables in “purposively”?
syllables in "purposively"
Word details
Syllables
5
pur · po · si · ve · ly
Letters
11
p · u · r · p · o · s · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
21
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About the word “purposively”
The word “purposively” contains 5 syllables, divided as pur · po · si · ve · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "purposively" have?
"purposively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "purposively" into syllables?
"purposively" is divided into syllables as: pur · po · si · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "purposively"?
The Scrabble score for "purposively" is 21 points.
Using “purposively” in writing
"purposively" (pur · po · 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, “purposively” 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.