How many syllables in “residentially”?
syllables in "residentially"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · si · den · tial · ly
Letters
13
r · e · s · i · d · e · n · t · i · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “residentially”
The word “residentially” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · si · den · tial · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "residentially" have?
"residentially" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "residentially" into syllables?
"residentially" is divided into syllables as: re · si · den · tial · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "residentially"?
The Scrabble score for "residentially" is 17 points.
Using “residentially” in writing
"residentially" (re · si · 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, “residentially” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.