How many syllables in “interestingly”?
syllables in "interestingly"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · te · re · stin · gly
Letters
13
i · n · t · e · r · e · s · t · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “interestingly”
The word “interestingly” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · te · re · stin · gly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "interestingly" have?
"interestingly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "interestingly" into syllables?
"interestingly" is divided into syllables as: in · te · re · stin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "interestingly"?
The Scrabble score for "interestingly" is 17 points.
Using “interestingly” in writing
"interestingly" (in · te · re · stin · gly) 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, “interestingly” 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.