How many syllables in “suspensively”?
syllables in "suspensively"
Word details
Syllables
5
su · spen · si · ve · ly
Letters
12
s · u · s · p · e · n · s · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “suspensively”
The word “suspensively” contains 5 syllables, divided as su · spen · si · ve · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "suspensively" have?
"suspensively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "suspensively" into syllables?
"suspensively" is divided into syllables as: su · spen · si · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "suspensively"?
The Scrabble score for "suspensively" is 20 points.
Using “suspensively” in writing
"suspensively" (su · spen · si · 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, “suspensively” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.