How many syllables in “adulterously”?
syllables in "adulterously"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · dul · te · rou · sly
Letters
12
a · d · u · l · t · e · r · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “adulterously”
The word “adulterously” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · dul · te · rou · sly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adulterously" have?
"adulterously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "adulterously" into syllables?
"adulterously" is divided into syllables as: a · dul · te · rou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "adulterously"?
The Scrabble score for "adulterously" is 16 points.
Using “adulterously” in writing
"adulterously" (a · dul · te · rou · sly) 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, “adulterously” 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.