How many syllables in “orthogonally”?
syllables in "orthogonally"
Word details
Syllables
5
or · tho · go · nal · ly
Letters
12
o · r · t · h · o · g · o · n · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
19
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About the word “orthogonally”
The word “orthogonally” contains 5 syllables, divided as or · tho · go · nal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "orthogonally" have?
"orthogonally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "orthogonally" into syllables?
"orthogonally" is divided into syllables as: or · tho · go · nal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "orthogonally"?
The Scrabble score for "orthogonally" is 19 points.
Using “orthogonally” in writing
"orthogonally" (or · tho · 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, “orthogonally” 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.