How many syllables in “originally”?
syllables in "originally"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · ri · gi · nal · ly
Letters
10
o · r · i · g · i · n · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “originally”
The word “originally” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · ri · gi · nal · ly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "originally" have?
"originally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "originally" into syllables?
"originally" is divided into syllables as: o · ri · gi · nal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "originally"?
The Scrabble score for "originally" is 14 points.
Using “originally” in writing
"originally" (o · ri · gi · 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, “originally” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.