How many syllables in “substantively”?
syllables in "substantively"
Word details
Syllables
5
sub · stan · ti · ve · ly
Letters
13
s · u · b · s · t · a · n · t · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “substantively”
The word “substantively” contains 5 syllables, divided as sub · stan · ti · ve · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "substantively" have?
"substantively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "substantively" into syllables?
"substantively" is divided into syllables as: sub · stan · ti · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "substantively"?
The Scrabble score for "substantively" is 21 points.
Using “substantively” in writing
"substantively" (sub · stan · ti · ve · 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, “substantively” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.