How many syllables in “dangerous”?
syllables in "dangerous"
Word details
Syllables
3
dan · ge · rous
Letters
9
d · a · n · g · e · r · o · u · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “dangerous”
The word “dangerous” contains 3 syllables, divided as dan · ge · rous. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dangerous" have?
"dangerous" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "dangerous" into syllables?
"dangerous" is divided into syllables as: dan · ge · rous.
What is the Scrabble score for "dangerous"?
The Scrabble score for "dangerous" is 11 points.
Using “dangerous” in writing
Three-syllable words like "dangerous" (dan · ge · rous) 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, “dangerous” 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.
Anagrams of “dangerous”
The letters in “dangerous” can be rearranged to spell one other word: noseguard.