How many syllables in “octagonally”?
syllables in "octagonally"
Word details
Syllables
5
oc · ta · go · nal · ly
Letters
11
o · c · t · a · g · o · n · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
17
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About the word “octagonally”
The word “octagonally” contains 5 syllables, divided as oc · ta · go · nal · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "octagonally" have?
"octagonally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "octagonally" into syllables?
"octagonally" is divided into syllables as: oc · ta · go · nal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "octagonally"?
The Scrabble score for "octagonally" is 17 points.
Using “octagonally” in writing
"octagonally" (oc · ta · go · nal · 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, “octagonally” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.