How many syllables in “incidentally”?
syllables in "incidentally"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · ci · den · tal · ly
Letters
12
i · n · c · i · d · e · n · t · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “incidentally”
The word “incidentally” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · ci · den · tal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "incidentally" have?
"incidentally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "incidentally" into syllables?
"incidentally" is divided into syllables as: in · ci · den · tal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "incidentally"?
The Scrabble score for "incidentally" is 18 points.
Using “incidentally” in writing
"incidentally" (in · ci · den · 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, “incidentally” 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.