How many syllables in “shamefacedly”?
syllables in "shamefacedly"
Word details
Syllables
5
sha · me · fa · ced · ly
Letters
12
s · h · a · m · e · f · a · c · e · d · l · y
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “shamefacedly”
The word “shamefacedly” contains 5 syllables, divided as sha · me · fa · ced · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shamefacedly" have?
"shamefacedly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "shamefacedly" into syllables?
"shamefacedly" is divided into syllables as: sha · me · fa · ced · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "shamefacedly"?
The Scrabble score for "shamefacedly" is 26 points.
Using “shamefacedly” in writing
"shamefacedly" (sha · me · fa · ced · 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, “shamefacedly” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.