How many syllables in “secretively”?
syllables in "secretively"
Word details
Syllables
5
se · cre · ti · ve · ly
Letters
11
s · e · c · r · e · t · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “secretively”
The word “secretively” contains 5 syllables, divided as se · cre · ti · ve · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "secretively" have?
"secretively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "secretively" into syllables?
"secretively" is divided into syllables as: se · cre · ti · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "secretively"?
The Scrabble score for "secretively" is 19 points.
Using “secretively” in writing
"secretively" (se · cre · ti · ve · 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, “secretively” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.