How many syllables in “beauteous”?
syllables in "beauteous"
Word details
Syllables
2
beauteous
Letters
9
b · e · a · u · t · e · o · u · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “beauteous”
The word “beauteous” contains 2 syllables, divided as beauteous. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "beauteous" have?
"beauteous" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "beauteous" into syllables?
"beauteous" is divided into syllables as: beauteous.
What is the Scrabble score for "beauteous"?
The Scrabble score for "beauteous" is 11 points.
Using “beauteous” in writing
Two-syllable words like "beauteous" (beauteous) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “beauteous” is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.