How many syllables in “reciprocally”?
syllables in "reciprocally"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · ci · pro · cal · ly
Letters
12
r · e · c · i · p · r · o · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “reciprocally”
The word “reciprocally” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · ci · pro · cal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reciprocally" have?
"reciprocally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "reciprocally" into syllables?
"reciprocally" is divided into syllables as: re · ci · pro · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "reciprocally"?
The Scrabble score for "reciprocally" is 21 points.
Using “reciprocally” in writing
"reciprocally" (re · ci · pro · cal · 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, “reciprocally” 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.