How many syllables in “irrationally”?
syllables in "irrationally"
Word details
Syllables
5
irr · ati · ona · lly
Letters
12
i · r · r · a · t · i · o · n · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “irrationally”
The word “irrationally” contains 5 syllables, divided as irr · ati · ona · lly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "irrationally" have?
"irrationally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "irrationally" into syllables?
"irrationally" is divided into syllables as: irr · ati · ona · lly.
What is the Scrabble score for "irrationally"?
The Scrabble score for "irrationally" is 15 points.
Using “irrationally” in writing
"irrationally" (irr · ati · ona · lly) 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, “irrationally” 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.