How many syllables in “vindictively”?
syllables in "vindictively"
Word details
Syllables
5
vin · dic · ti · ve · ly
Letters
12
v · i · n · d · i · c · t · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “vindictively”
The word “vindictively” contains 5 syllables, divided as vin · dic · ti · ve · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vindictively" have?
"vindictively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "vindictively" into syllables?
"vindictively" is divided into syllables as: vin · dic · ti · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "vindictively"?
The Scrabble score for "vindictively" is 24 points.
Using “vindictively” in writing
"vindictively" (vin · dic · ti · 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, “vindictively” 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.