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