How many syllables in “emotionally”?
syllables in "emotionally"
Word details
Syllables
5
emo · tio · nal · ly
Letters
11
e · m · o · t · i · o · n · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
16
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About the word “emotionally”
The word “emotionally” contains 5 syllables, divided as emo · tio · nal · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "emotionally" have?
"emotionally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "emotionally" into syllables?
"emotionally" is divided into syllables as: emo · tio · nal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "emotionally"?
The Scrabble score for "emotionally" is 16 points.
Using “emotionally” in writing
"emotionally" (emo · tio · nal · 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, “emotionally” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.