How many syllables in “incoherently”?
syllables in "incoherently"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · co · he · ren · tly
Letters
12
i · n · c · o · h · e · r · e · n · t · l · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “incoherently”
The word “incoherently” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · co · he · ren · tly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "incoherently" have?
"incoherently" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "incoherently" into syllables?
"incoherently" is divided into syllables as: in · co · he · ren · tly.
What is the Scrabble score for "incoherently"?
The Scrabble score for "incoherently" is 20 points.
Using “incoherently” in writing
"incoherently" (in · co · he · ren · tly) 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, “incoherently” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.