How many syllables in “cinereous”?
syllables in "cinereous"
Word details
Syllables
3
ciner · eous
Letters
9
c · i · n · e · r · e · o · u · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “cinereous”
The word “cinereous” contains 3 syllables, divided as ciner · eous. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cinereous" have?
"cinereous" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cinereous" into syllables?
"cinereous" is divided into syllables as: ciner · eous.
What is the Scrabble score for "cinereous"?
The Scrabble score for "cinereous" is 11 points.
Using “cinereous” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cinereous" (ciner · eous) 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, “cinereous” 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.