How many syllables in “versatilely”?
syllables in "versatilely"
Word details
Syllables
5
ver · sa · ti · le · ly
Letters
11
v · e · r · s · a · t · i · l · e · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “versatilely”
The word “versatilely” contains 5 syllables, divided as ver · sa · ti · le · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "versatilely" have?
"versatilely" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "versatilely" into syllables?
"versatilely" is divided into syllables as: ver · sa · ti · le · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "versatilely"?
The Scrabble score for "versatilely" is 17 points.
Using “versatilely” in writing
"versatilely" (ver · sa · ti · le · 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, “versatilely” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.