How many syllables in “subreptitiously”?
syllables in "subreptitiously"
Word details
Syllables
5
subr · epti · tiou · sly
Letters
15
s · u · b · r · e · p · t · i · t · i · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “subreptitiously”
The word “subreptitiously” contains 5 syllables, divided as subr · epti · tiou · sly. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "subreptitiously" have?
"subreptitiously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "subreptitiously" into syllables?
"subreptitiously" is divided into syllables as: subr · epti · tiou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "subreptitiously"?
The Scrabble score for "subreptitiously" is 22 points.
Using “subreptitiously” in writing
"subreptitiously" (subr · epti · tiou · sly) 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, “subreptitiously” 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.