How many syllables in “provisionally”?
syllables in "provisionally"
Word details
Syllables
5
prov · isio · nall · y
Letters
13
p · r · o · v · i · s · i · o · n · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “provisionally”
The word “provisionally” contains 5 syllables, divided as prov · isio · nall · y. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "provisionally" have?
"provisionally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "provisionally" into syllables?
"provisionally" is divided into syllables as: prov · isio · nall · y.
What is the Scrabble score for "provisionally"?
The Scrabble score for "provisionally" is 21 points.
Using “provisionally” in writing
"provisionally" (prov · isio · nall · y) 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, “provisionally” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.