How many syllables in “intermittently”?
syllables in "intermittently"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · ter · mit · ten · tly
Letters
14
i · n · t · e · r · m · i · t · t · e · n · t · l · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “intermittently”
The word “intermittently” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · ter · mit · ten · tly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intermittently" have?
"intermittently" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intermittently" into syllables?
"intermittently" is divided into syllables as: in · ter · mit · ten · tly.
What is the Scrabble score for "intermittently"?
The Scrabble score for "intermittently" is 19 points.
Using “intermittently” in writing
"intermittently" (in · ter · mit · ten · 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, “intermittently” 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.