How many syllables in “matrimonially”?
syllables in "matrimonially"
Word details
Syllables
5
ma · tri · mo · nial · ly
Letters
13
m · a · t · r · i · m · o · n · i · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “matrimonially”
The word “matrimonially” contains 5 syllables, divided as ma · tri · mo · nial · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "matrimonially" have?
"matrimonially" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "matrimonially" into syllables?
"matrimonially" is divided into syllables as: ma · tri · mo · nial · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "matrimonially"?
The Scrabble score for "matrimonially" is 20 points.
Using “matrimonially” in writing
"matrimonially" (ma · tri · mo · nial · 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, “matrimonially” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.