How many syllables in “rectangularly”?
syllables in "rectangularly"
Word details
Syllables
5
rec · tan · gu · lar · ly
Letters
13
r · e · c · t · a · n · g · u · l · a · r · l · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “rectangularly”
The word “rectangularly” contains 5 syllables, divided as rec · tan · gu · lar · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rectangularly" have?
"rectangularly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "rectangularly" into syllables?
"rectangularly" is divided into syllables as: rec · tan · gu · lar · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "rectangularly"?
The Scrabble score for "rectangularly" is 19 points.
Using “rectangularly” in writing
"rectangularly" (rec · tan · gu · lar · 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, “rectangularly” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.