How many syllables in “coincidentally”?
syllables in "coincidentally"
Word details
Syllables
5
coin · ci · den · tal · ly
Letters
14
c · o · i · n · c · i · d · e · n · t · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “coincidentally”
The word “coincidentally” contains 5 syllables, divided as coin · ci · den · tal · ly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "coincidentally" have?
"coincidentally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "coincidentally" into syllables?
"coincidentally" is divided into syllables as: coin · ci · den · tal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "coincidentally"?
The Scrabble score for "coincidentally" is 22 points.
Using “coincidentally” in writing
"coincidentally" (coin · ci · den · tal · 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, “coincidentally” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.