How many syllables in “customarily”?
syllables in "customarily"
Word details
Syllables
5
cu · sto · ma · ri · ly
Letters
11
c · u · s · t · o · m · a · r · i · l · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “customarily”
The word “customarily” contains 5 syllables, divided as cu · sto · ma · ri · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "customarily" have?
"customarily" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "customarily" into syllables?
"customarily" is divided into syllables as: cu · sto · ma · ri · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "customarily"?
The Scrabble score for "customarily" is 18 points.
Using “customarily” in writing
"customarily" (cu · sto · ma · ri · 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, “customarily” 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.