How many syllables in “separately”?
syllables in "separately"
Word details
Syllables
5
se · pa · ra · te · ly
Letters
10
s · e · p · a · r · a · t · e · l · y
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “separately”
The word “separately” contains 5 syllables, divided as se · pa · ra · te · ly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "separately" have?
"separately" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "separately" into syllables?
"separately" is divided into syllables as: se · pa · ra · te · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "separately"?
The Scrabble score for "separately" is 15 points.
Using “separately” in writing
"separately" (se · pa · ra · te · 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, “separately” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.