How many syllables in “sensitively”?
syllables in "sensitively"
Word details
Syllables
5
sen · si · ti · ve · ly
Letters
11
s · e · n · s · i · t · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “sensitively”
The word “sensitively” contains 5 syllables, divided as sen · si · ti · ve · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sensitively" have?
"sensitively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sensitively" into syllables?
"sensitively" is divided into syllables as: sen · si · ti · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "sensitively"?
The Scrabble score for "sensitively" is 17 points.
Using “sensitively” in writing
"sensitively" (sen · si · 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, “sensitively” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.