How many syllables in “furious”?
syllables in "furious"
Word details
Syllables
2
furious
Letters
7
f · u · r · i · o · u · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “furious”
The word “furious” contains 2 syllables, divided as furious. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "furious" have?
"furious" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "furious" into syllables?
"furious" is divided into syllables as: furious.
What is the Scrabble score for "furious"?
The Scrabble score for "furious" is 10 points.
Using “furious” in writing
Two-syllable words like "furious" (furious) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “furious” is worth 10 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.