How many syllables in “collaterally”?
syllables in "collaterally"
Word details
Syllables
5
col · la · te · ral · ly
Letters
12
c · o · l · l · a · t · e · r · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “collaterally”
The word “collaterally” contains 5 syllables, divided as col · la · te · ral · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "collaterally" have?
"collaterally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "collaterally" into syllables?
"collaterally" is divided into syllables as: col · la · te · ral · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "collaterally"?
The Scrabble score for "collaterally" is 17 points.
Using “collaterally” in writing
"collaterally" (col · 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, “collaterally” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.