How many syllables in “alternately”?
syllables in "alternately"
Word details
Syllables
5
al · ter · na · te · ly
Letters
11
a · l · t · e · r · n · a · t · e · l · y
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “alternately”
The word “alternately” contains 5 syllables, divided as al · ter · na · te · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "alternately" have?
"alternately" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "alternately" into syllables?
"alternately" is divided into syllables as: al · ter · na · te · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "alternately"?
The Scrabble score for "alternately" is 14 points.
Using “alternately” in writing
"alternately" (al · ter · na · te · 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, “alternately” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.