How many syllables in “intellectually”?
syllables in "intellectually"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · tel · lec · tual · ly
Letters
14
i · n · t · e · l · l · e · c · t · u · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “intellectually”
The word “intellectually” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · tel · lec · tual · ly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intellectually" have?
"intellectually" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intellectually" into syllables?
"intellectually" is divided into syllables as: in · tel · lec · tual · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "intellectually"?
The Scrabble score for "intellectually" is 19 points.
Using “intellectually” in writing
"intellectually" (in · tel · lec · tual · 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, “intellectually” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.