How many syllables in “intelligibly”?
syllables in "intelligibly"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · tel · li · gi · bly
Letters
12
i · n · t · e · l · l · i · g · i · b · l · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “intelligibly”
The word “intelligibly” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · tel · li · gi · bly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intelligibly" have?
"intelligibly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intelligibly" into syllables?
"intelligibly" is divided into syllables as: in · tel · li · gi · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "intelligibly"?
The Scrabble score for "intelligibly" is 18 points.
Using “intelligibly” in writing
"intelligibly" (in · tel · li · 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, “intelligibly” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.