How many syllables in “sanctimoniously”?
syllables in "sanctimoniously"
Word details
Syllables
5
sanc · timo · niou · sly
Letters
15
s · a · n · c · t · i · m · o · n · i · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “sanctimoniously”
The word “sanctimoniously” contains 5 syllables, divided as sanc · timo · niou · sly. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sanctimoniously" have?
"sanctimoniously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sanctimoniously" into syllables?
"sanctimoniously" is divided into syllables as: sanc · timo · niou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "sanctimoniously"?
The Scrabble score for "sanctimoniously" is 22 points.
Using “sanctimoniously” in writing
"sanctimoniously" (sanc · timo · niou · sly) 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, “sanctimoniously” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.