How many syllables in “continentally”?
syllables in "continentally"
Word details
Syllables
5
con · ti · nen · tal · ly
Letters
13
c · o · n · t · i · n · e · n · t · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “continentally”
The word “continentally” contains 5 syllables, divided as con · ti · nen · tal · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "continentally" have?
"continentally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "continentally" into syllables?
"continentally" is divided into syllables as: con · ti · nen · tal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "continentally"?
The Scrabble score for "continentally" is 18 points.
Using “continentally” in writing
"continentally" (con · ti · nen · 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, “continentally” 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.