How many syllables in “irregularly”?
syllables in "irregularly"
Word details
Syllables
5
ir · re · gu · lar · ly
Letters
11
i · r · r · e · g · u · l · a · r · l · y
Scrabble
15
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About the word “irregularly”
The word “irregularly” contains 5 syllables, divided as ir · re · gu · lar · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "irregularly" have?
"irregularly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "irregularly" into syllables?
"irregularly" is divided into syllables as: ir · re · gu · lar · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "irregularly"?
The Scrabble score for "irregularly" is 15 points.
Using “irregularly” in writing
"irregularly" (ir · re · gu · lar · 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, “irregularly” 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.