How many syllables in “sacerdotally”?
syllables in "sacerdotally"
Word details
Syllables
5
sa · cer · do · tal · ly
Letters
12
s · a · c · e · r · d · o · t · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “sacerdotally”
The word “sacerdotally” contains 5 syllables, divided as sa · cer · do · tal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sacerdotally" have?
"sacerdotally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sacerdotally" into syllables?
"sacerdotally" is divided into syllables as: sa · cer · do · tal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "sacerdotally"?
The Scrabble score for "sacerdotally" is 18 points.
Using “sacerdotally” in writing
"sacerdotally" (sa · cer · do · tal · 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, “sacerdotally” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.