How many syllables in “superficially”?
syllables in "superficially"
Word details
Syllables
5
su · per · fi · cial · ly
Letters
13
s · u · p · e · r · f · i · c · i · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “superficially”
The word “superficially” contains 5 syllables, divided as su · per · fi · cial · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "superficially" have?
"superficially" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "superficially" into syllables?
"superficially" is divided into syllables as: su · per · fi · cial · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "superficially"?
The Scrabble score for "superficially" is 23 points.
Using “superficially” in writing
"superficially" (su · per · fi · cial · 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, “superficially” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.