How many syllables in “fruitlessly”?
syllables in "fruitlessly"
Word details
Syllables
3
fruit · les · sly
Letters
11
f · r · u · i · t · l · e · s · s · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “fruitlessly”
The word “fruitlessly” contains 3 syllables, divided as fruit · les · sly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fruitlessly" have?
"fruitlessly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "fruitlessly" into syllables?
"fruitlessly" is divided into syllables as: fruit · les · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "fruitlessly"?
The Scrabble score for "fruitlessly" is 17 points.
Using “fruitlessly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "fruitlessly" (fruit · les · sly) 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, “fruitlessly” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.