How many syllables in “serpentinely”?
syllables in "serpentinely"
Word details
Syllables
5
ser · pen · ti · ne · ly
Letters
12
s · e · r · p · e · n · t · i · n · e · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “serpentinely”
The word “serpentinely” contains 5 syllables, divided as ser · pen · ti · ne · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "serpentinely" have?
"serpentinely" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "serpentinely" into syllables?
"serpentinely" is divided into syllables as: ser · pen · ti · ne · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "serpentinely"?
The Scrabble score for "serpentinely" is 17 points.
Using “serpentinely” in writing
"serpentinely" (ser · pen · ti · ne · 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, “serpentinely” 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.