How many syllables in “consanguineously”?
syllables in "consanguineously"
Word details
Syllables
5
cons · angu · ineo · usly
Letters
16
c · o · n · s · a · n · g · u · i · n · e · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
22
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About the word “consanguineously”
The word “consanguineously” contains 5 syllables, divided as cons · angu · ineo · usly. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "consanguineously" have?
"consanguineously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "consanguineously" into syllables?
"consanguineously" is divided into syllables as: cons · angu · ineo · usly.
What is the Scrabble score for "consanguineously"?
The Scrabble score for "consanguineously" is 22 points.
Using “consanguineously” in writing
"consanguineously" (cons · angu · ineo · usly) 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, “consanguineously” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.