How many syllables in “providentially”?
syllables in "providentially"
Word details
Syllables
5
pro · vi · den · tial · ly
Letters
14
p · r · o · v · i · d · e · n · t · i · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “providentially”
The word “providentially” contains 5 syllables, divided as pro · vi · den · tial · ly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "providentially" have?
"providentially" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "providentially" into syllables?
"providentially" is divided into syllables as: pro · vi · den · tial · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "providentially"?
The Scrabble score for "providentially" is 23 points.
Using “providentially” in writing
"providentially" (pro · vi · 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, “providentially” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.