How many syllables in “surefootedly”?
syllables in "surefootedly"
Word details
Syllables
5
su · re · foo · ted · ly
Letters
12
s · u · r · e · f · o · o · t · e · d · l · y
Scrabble
19
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About the word “surefootedly”
The word “surefootedly” contains 5 syllables, divided as su · re · foo · ted · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "surefootedly" have?
"surefootedly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "surefootedly" into syllables?
"surefootedly" is divided into syllables as: su · re · foo · ted · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "surefootedly"?
The Scrabble score for "surefootedly" is 19 points.
Using “surefootedly” in writing
"surefootedly" (su · re · foo · ted · 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, “surefootedly” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.