How many syllables in “censorious”?
syllables in "censorious"
Word details
Syllables
3
censo · rious
Letters
10
c · e · n · s · o · r · i · o · u · s
Scrabble
12
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About the word “censorious”
The word “censorious” contains 3 syllables, divided as censo · rious. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "censorious" have?
"censorious" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "censorious" into syllables?
"censorious" is divided into syllables as: censo · rious.
What is the Scrabble score for "censorious"?
The Scrabble score for "censorious" is 12 points.
Using “censorious” in writing
Three-syllable words like "censorious" (censo · rious) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “censorious” is worth 12 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.