How many syllables in “scholastically”?
syllables in "scholastically"
Word details
Syllables
5
scho · la · sti · cal · ly
Letters
14
s · c · h · o · l · a · s · t · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “scholastically”
The word “scholastically” contains 5 syllables, divided as scho · la · sti · cal · ly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "scholastically" have?
"scholastically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "scholastically" into syllables?
"scholastically" is divided into syllables as: scho · la · sti · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "scholastically"?
The Scrabble score for "scholastically" is 24 points.
Using “scholastically” in writing
"scholastically" (scho · la · 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, “scholastically” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.