How many syllables in “quintessentially”?
syllables in "quintessentially"
Word details
Syllables
5
quin · tes · sen · tial · ly
Letters
16
q · u · i · n · t · e · s · s · e · n · t · i · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
28
points
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About the word “quintessentially”
The word “quintessentially” contains 5 syllables, divided as quin · tes · sen · tial · ly. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "quintessentially" have?
"quintessentially" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "quintessentially" into syllables?
"quintessentially" is divided into syllables as: quin · tes · sen · tial · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "quintessentially"?
The Scrabble score for "quintessentially" is 28 points.
Using “quintessentially” in writing
"quintessentially" (quin · tes · sen · 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, “quintessentially” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.