How many syllables in “monumentally”?
syllables in "monumentally"
Word details
Syllables
5
mo · nu · men · tal · ly
Letters
12
m · o · n · u · m · e · n · t · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
19
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About the word “monumentally”
The word “monumentally” contains 5 syllables, divided as mo · nu · men · tal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "monumentally" have?
"monumentally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "monumentally" into syllables?
"monumentally" is divided into syllables as: mo · nu · men · tal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "monumentally"?
The Scrabble score for "monumentally" is 19 points.
Using “monumentally” in writing
"monumentally" (mo · nu · men · tal · 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, “monumentally” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.