How many syllables in “individually”?
syllables in "individually"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · di · vi · dual · ly
Letters
12
i · n · d · i · v · i · d · u · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “individually”
The word “individually” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · di · vi · dual · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "individually" have?
"individually" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "individually" into syllables?
"individually" is divided into syllables as: in · di · vi · dual · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "individually"?
The Scrabble score for "individually" is 20 points.
Using “individually” in writing
"individually" (in · di · vi · dual · 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, “individually” 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.