How many syllables in “presidentially”?
syllables in "presidentially"
Word details
Syllables
5
pre · si · den · tial · ly
Letters
14
p · r · e · s · i · d · e · n · t · i · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “presidentially”
The word “presidentially” contains 5 syllables, divided as pre · si · den · tial · ly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "presidentially" have?
"presidentially" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "presidentially" into syllables?
"presidentially" is divided into syllables as: pre · si · den · tial · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "presidentially"?
The Scrabble score for "presidentially" is 20 points.
Using “presidentially” in writing
"presidentially" (pre · si · den · tial · 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, “presidentially” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.