How many syllables in “intolerably”?
syllables in "intolerably"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · to · le · ra · bly
Letters
11
i · n · t · o · l · e · r · a · b · l · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “intolerably”
The word “intolerably” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · to · le · ra · bly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intolerably" have?
"intolerably" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intolerably" into syllables?
"intolerably" is divided into syllables as: in · to · le · ra · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "intolerably"?
The Scrabble score for "intolerably" is 16 points.
Using “intolerably” in writing
"intolerably" (in · to · le · ra · 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, “intolerably” 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.