How many syllables in “reminiscently”?
syllables in "reminiscently"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · mi · ni · scen · tly
Letters
13
r · e · m · i · n · i · s · c · e · n · t · l · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “reminiscently”
The word “reminiscently” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · mi · ni · scen · tly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reminiscently" have?
"reminiscently" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "reminiscently" into syllables?
"reminiscently" is divided into syllables as: re · mi · ni · scen · tly.
What is the Scrabble score for "reminiscently"?
The Scrabble score for "reminiscently" is 20 points.
Using “reminiscently” in writing
"reminiscently" (re · mi · ni · scen · tly) 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, “reminiscently” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.