How many syllables in “territorially”?
syllables in "territorially"
Word details
Syllables
5
ter · ri · to · rial · ly
Letters
13
t · e · r · r · i · t · o · r · i · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “territorially”
The word “territorially” contains 5 syllables, divided as ter · ri · to · rial · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "territorially" have?
"territorially" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "territorially" into syllables?
"territorially" is divided into syllables as: ter · ri · to · rial · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "territorially"?
The Scrabble score for "territorially" is 16 points.
Using “territorially” in writing
"territorially" (ter · ri · to · rial · 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, “territorially” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.