How many syllables in “pentagonally”?
syllables in "pentagonally"
Word details
Syllables
5
pen · ta · go · nal · ly
Letters
12
p · e · n · t · a · g · o · n · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “pentagonally”
The word “pentagonally” contains 5 syllables, divided as pen · ta · go · nal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pentagonally" have?
"pentagonally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "pentagonally" into syllables?
"pentagonally" is divided into syllables as: pen · ta · go · nal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "pentagonally"?
The Scrabble score for "pentagonally" is 18 points.
Using “pentagonally” in writing
"pentagonally" (pen · 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, “pentagonally” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.