How many syllables in “sadistically”?
syllables in "sadistically"
Word details
Syllables
5
sa · di · sti · cal · ly
Letters
12
s · a · d · i · s · t · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “sadistically”
The word “sadistically” contains 5 syllables, divided as sa · di · sti · cal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sadistically" have?
"sadistically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sadistically" into syllables?
"sadistically" is divided into syllables as: sa · di · sti · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "sadistically"?
The Scrabble score for "sadistically" is 18 points.
Using “sadistically” in writing
"sadistically" (sa · di · sti · 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, “sadistically” 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.