How many syllables in “tantalizingly”?
syllables in "tantalizingly"
Word details
Syllables
5
tan · ta · li · zin · gly
Letters
13
t · a · n · t · a · l · i · z · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “tantalizingly”
The word “tantalizingly” contains 5 syllables, divided as tan · ta · li · zin · gly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tantalizingly" have?
"tantalizingly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "tantalizingly" into syllables?
"tantalizingly" is divided into syllables as: tan · ta · li · zin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "tantalizingly"?
The Scrabble score for "tantalizingly" is 26 points.
Using “tantalizingly” in writing
"tantalizingly" (tan · ta · li · zin · gly) 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, “tantalizingly” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.