How many syllables in “canonically”?
syllables in "canonically"
Word details
Syllables
5
ca · no · ni · cal · ly
Letters
11
c · a · n · o · n · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “canonically”
The word “canonically” contains 5 syllables, divided as ca · no · ni · cal · ly. It has 11 letters.
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How many syllables does "canonically" have?
"canonically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "canonically" into syllables?
"canonically" is divided into syllables as: ca · no · ni · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "canonically"?
The Scrabble score for "canonically" is 18 points.
Using “canonically” in writing
"canonically" (ca · no · ni · cal · 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, “canonically” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.