How many syllables in “intercalary”?
syllables in "intercalary"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · ter · ca · la · ry
Letters
11
i · n · t · e · r · c · a · l · a · r · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “intercalary”
The word “intercalary” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · ter · ca · la · ry. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intercalary" have?
"intercalary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intercalary" into syllables?
"intercalary" is divided into syllables as: in · ter · ca · la · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "intercalary"?
The Scrabble score for "intercalary" is 16 points.
Using “intercalary” in writing
"intercalary" (in · ter · ca · la · ry) 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, “intercalary” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.