How many syllables in “traditionally”?
syllables in "traditionally"
Word details
Syllables
5
trad · itio · nall · y
Letters
13
t · r · a · d · i · t · i · o · n · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “traditionally”
The word “traditionally” contains 5 syllables, divided as trad · itio · nall · y. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "traditionally" have?
"traditionally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "traditionally" into syllables?
"traditionally" is divided into syllables as: trad · itio · nall · y.
What is the Scrabble score for "traditionally"?
The Scrabble score for "traditionally" is 17 points.
Using “traditionally” in writing
"traditionally" (trad · itio · nall · y) 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, “traditionally” 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.