How many syllables in “bilaterally”?
syllables in "bilaterally"
Word details
Syllables
5
bi · la · te · ral · ly
Letters
11
b · i · l · a · t · e · r · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “bilaterally”
The word “bilaterally” contains 5 syllables, divided as bi · la · te · ral · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bilaterally" have?
"bilaterally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "bilaterally" into syllables?
"bilaterally" is divided into syllables as: bi · la · te · ral · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "bilaterally"?
The Scrabble score for "bilaterally" is 16 points.
Using “bilaterally” in writing
"bilaterally" (bi · la · te · ral · 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, “bilaterally” 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.