How many syllables in “incrementally”?
syllables in "incrementally"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · cre · men · tal · ly
Letters
13
i · n · c · r · e · m · e · n · t · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “incrementally”
The word “incrementally” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · cre · men · tal · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "incrementally" have?
"incrementally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "incrementally" into syllables?
"incrementally" is divided into syllables as: in · cre · men · tal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "incrementally"?
The Scrabble score for "incrementally" is 20 points.
Using “incrementally” in writing
"incrementally" (in · cre · men · 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, “incrementally” 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.