How many syllables in “cadaverously”?
syllables in "cadaverously"
Word details
Syllables
5
ca · da · ve · rou · sly
Letters
12
c · a · d · a · v · e · r · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
21
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About the word “cadaverously”
The word “cadaverously” contains 5 syllables, divided as ca · da · ve · rou · sly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cadaverously" have?
"cadaverously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cadaverously" into syllables?
"cadaverously" is divided into syllables as: ca · da · ve · rou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "cadaverously"?
The Scrabble score for "cadaverously" is 21 points.
Using “cadaverously” in writing
"cadaverously" (ca · da · ve · 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, “cadaverously” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.