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