How many syllables in “egregiously”?
syllables in "egregiously"
Word details
Syllables
4
egre · giou · sly
Letters
11
e · g · r · e · g · i · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
16
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About the word “egregiously”
The word “egregiously” contains 4 syllables, divided as egre · giou · sly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "egregiously" have?
"egregiously" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "egregiously" into syllables?
"egregiously" is divided into syllables as: egre · giou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "egregiously"?
The Scrabble score for "egregiously" is 16 points.
Using “egregiously” in writing
Four-syllable words like "egregiously" (egre · giou · sly) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “egregiously” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.