How many syllables in “spectacularly”?
syllables in "spectacularly"
Word details
Syllables
5
spec · ta · cu · lar · ly
Letters
13
s · p · e · c · t · a · c · u · l · a · r · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “spectacularly”
The word “spectacularly” contains 5 syllables, divided as spec · ta · cu · lar · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "spectacularly" have?
"spectacularly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "spectacularly" into syllables?
"spectacularly" is divided into syllables as: spec · ta · cu · lar · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "spectacularly"?
The Scrabble score for "spectacularly" is 22 points.
Using “spectacularly” in writing
"spectacularly" (spec · ta · cu · lar · 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, “spectacularly” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.