How many syllables in “synthetically”?
syllables in "synthetically"
Word details
Syllables
5
syn · the · ti · cal · ly
Letters
13
s · y · n · t · h · e · t · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “synthetically”
The word “synthetically” contains 5 syllables, divided as syn · the · ti · cal · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "synthetically" have?
"synthetically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "synthetically" into syllables?
"synthetically" is divided into syllables as: syn · the · ti · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "synthetically"?
The Scrabble score for "synthetically" is 24 points.
Using “synthetically” in writing
"synthetically" (syn · the · ti · cal · 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, “synthetically” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.