How many syllables in “considerably”?
syllables in "considerably"
Word details
Syllables
5
con · si · de · ra · bly
Letters
12
c · o · n · s · i · d · e · r · a · b · l · y
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “considerably”
The word “considerably” contains 5 syllables, divided as con · si · de · ra · bly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "considerably" have?
"considerably" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "considerably" into syllables?
"considerably" is divided into syllables as: con · si · de · ra · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "considerably"?
The Scrabble score for "considerably" is 20 points.
Using “considerably” in writing
"considerably" (con · si · de · ra · bly) 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, “considerably” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.