How many syllables in “transitionally”?
syllables in "transitionally"
Word details
Syllables
5
tran · siti · onal · ly
Letters
14
t · r · a · n · s · i · t · i · o · n · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “transitionally”
The word “transitionally” contains 5 syllables, divided as tran · siti · onal · ly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "transitionally" have?
"transitionally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "transitionally" into syllables?
"transitionally" is divided into syllables as: tran · siti · onal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "transitionally"?
The Scrabble score for "transitionally" is 17 points.
Using “transitionally” in writing
"transitionally" (tran · siti · onal · 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, “transitionally” 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.