How many syllables in “congenitally”?
syllables in "congenitally"
Word details
Syllables
5
con · ge · ni · tal · ly
Letters
12
c · o · n · g · e · n · i · t · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “congenitally”
The word “congenitally” contains 5 syllables, divided as con · ge · ni · tal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "congenitally" have?
"congenitally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "congenitally" into syllables?
"congenitally" is divided into syllables as: con · ge · ni · tal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "congenitally"?
The Scrabble score for "congenitally" is 18 points.
Using “congenitally” in writing
"congenitally" (con · ge · ni · 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, “congenitally” 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.