How many syllables in “intelligently”?
syllables in "intelligently"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · tel · li · gen · tly
Letters
13
i · n · t · e · l · l · i · g · e · n · t · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “intelligently”
The word “intelligently” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · tel · li · gen · tly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intelligently" have?
"intelligently" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intelligently" into syllables?
"intelligently" is divided into syllables as: in · tel · li · gen · tly.
What is the Scrabble score for "intelligently"?
The Scrabble score for "intelligently" is 17 points.
Using “intelligently” in writing
"intelligently" (in · tel · li · gen · 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, “intelligently” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.