How many syllables in “confessionally”?
syllables in "confessionally"
Word details
Syllables
5
conf · essi · onal · ly
Letters
14
c · o · n · f · e · s · s · i · o · n · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “confessionally”
The word “confessionally” contains 5 syllables, divided as conf · essi · onal · ly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "confessionally" have?
"confessionally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "confessionally" into syllables?
"confessionally" is divided into syllables as: conf · essi · onal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "confessionally"?
The Scrabble score for "confessionally" is 22 points.
Using “confessionally” in writing
"confessionally" (conf · essi · onal · 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, “confessionally” 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.