How many syllables in “rationally”?
syllables in "rationally"
Word details
Syllables
4
rati · onal · ly
Letters
10
r · a · t · i · o · n · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “rationally”
The word “rationally” contains 4 syllables, divided as rati · onal · ly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rationally" have?
"rationally" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "rationally" into syllables?
"rationally" is divided into syllables as: rati · onal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "rationally"?
The Scrabble score for "rationally" is 13 points.
Using “rationally” in writing
Four-syllable words like "rationally" (rati · onal · ly) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “rationally” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “rationally”
The letters in “rationally” can be rearranged to spell one other word: notarially.