How many syllables in “disadvantageous”?
syllables in "disadvantageous"
Word details
Syllables
5
disa · dvan · tage · ous
Letters
15
d · i · s · a · d · v · a · n · t · a · g · e · o · u · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “disadvantageous”
The word “disadvantageous” contains 5 syllables, divided as disa · dvan · tage · ous. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "disadvantageous" have?
"disadvantageous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "disadvantageous" into syllables?
"disadvantageous" is divided into syllables as: disa · dvan · tage · ous.
What is the Scrabble score for "disadvantageous"?
The Scrabble score for "disadvantageous" is 21 points.
Using “disadvantageous” in writing
"disadvantageous" (disa · dvan · tage · ous) 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, “disadvantageous” 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.