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