How many syllables in “departmentally”?
syllables in "departmentally"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · par · tmen · tal · ly
Letters
14
d · e · p · a · r · t · m · e · n · t · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “departmentally”
The word “departmentally” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · par · tmen · tal · ly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "departmentally" have?
"departmentally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "departmentally" into syllables?
"departmentally" is divided into syllables as: de · par · tmen · tal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "departmentally"?
The Scrabble score for "departmentally" is 22 points.
Using “departmentally” in writing
"departmentally" (de · par · tmen · 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, “departmentally” 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.