How many syllables in “incorrigibly”?
syllables in "incorrigibly"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · cor · ri · gi · bly
Letters
12
i · n · c · o · r · r · i · g · i · b · l · y
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “incorrigibly”
The word “incorrigibly” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · cor · ri · gi · bly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "incorrigibly" have?
"incorrigibly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "incorrigibly" into syllables?
"incorrigibly" is divided into syllables as: in · cor · ri · gi · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "incorrigibly"?
The Scrabble score for "incorrigibly" is 20 points.
Using “incorrigibly” in writing
"incorrigibly" (in · cor · ri · gi · bly) 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, “incorrigibly” 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.