How many syllables in “arbitrarily”?
syllables in "arbitrarily"
Word details
Syllables
5
ar · bi · tra · ri · ly
Letters
11
a · r · b · i · t · r · a · r · i · l · y
Scrabble
16
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About the word “arbitrarily”
The word “arbitrarily” contains 5 syllables, divided as ar · bi · tra · ri · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "arbitrarily" have?
"arbitrarily" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "arbitrarily" into syllables?
"arbitrarily" is divided into syllables as: ar · bi · tra · ri · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "arbitrarily"?
The Scrabble score for "arbitrarily" is 16 points.
Using “arbitrarily” in writing
"arbitrarily" (ar · bi · tra · ri · 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, “arbitrarily” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.