How many syllables in “paranormally”?
syllables in "paranormally"
Word details
Syllables
5
pa · ra · nor · mal · ly
Letters
12
p · a · r · a · n · o · r · m · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
19
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About the word “paranormally”
The word “paranormally” contains 5 syllables, divided as pa · ra · nor · mal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "paranormally" have?
"paranormally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "paranormally" into syllables?
"paranormally" is divided into syllables as: pa · ra · nor · mal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "paranormally"?
The Scrabble score for "paranormally" is 19 points.
Using “paranormally” in writing
"paranormally" (pa · ra · nor · mal · 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, “paranormally” 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.