How many syllables in “retrogradely”?
syllables in "retrogradely"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · tro · gra · de · ly
Letters
12
r · e · t · r · o · g · r · a · d · e · l · y
Scrabble
17
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About the word “retrogradely”
The word “retrogradely” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · tro · gra · de · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "retrogradely" have?
"retrogradely" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "retrogradely" into syllables?
"retrogradely" is divided into syllables as: re · tro · gra · de · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "retrogradely"?
The Scrabble score for "retrogradely" is 17 points.
Using “retrogradely” in writing
"retrogradely" (re · tro · gra · de · 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, “retrogradely” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.