How many syllables in “adventuresome”?
syllables in "adventuresome"
Word details
Syllables
5
adv · ent · ure · som · e
Letters
13
a · d · v · e · n · t · u · r · e · s · o · m · e
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “adventuresome”
The word “adventuresome” contains 5 syllables, divided as adv · ent · ure · som · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adventuresome" have?
"adventuresome" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "adventuresome" into syllables?
"adventuresome" is divided into syllables as: adv · ent · ure · som · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "adventuresome"?
The Scrabble score for "adventuresome" is 19 points.
Using “adventuresome” in writing
"adventuresome" (adv · ent · ure · som · e) 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, “adventuresome” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.