How many syllables in “intestinally”?
syllables in "intestinally"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · te · sti · nal · ly
Letters
12
i · n · t · e · s · t · i · n · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “intestinally”
The word “intestinally” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · te · sti · nal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intestinally" have?
"intestinally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intestinally" into syllables?
"intestinally" is divided into syllables as: in · te · sti · nal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "intestinally"?
The Scrabble score for "intestinally" is 15 points.
Using “intestinally” in writing
"intestinally" (in · te · sti · nal · ly) 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, “intestinally” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.