How many syllables in “graciously”?
syllables in "graciously"
Word details
Syllables
3
graci · ously
Letters
10
g · r · a · c · i · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “graciously”
The word “graciously” contains 3 syllables, divided as graci · ously. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "graciously" have?
"graciously" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "graciously" into syllables?
"graciously" is divided into syllables as: graci · ously.
What is the Scrabble score for "graciously"?
The Scrabble score for "graciously" is 16 points.
Using “graciously” in writing
Three-syllable words like "graciously" (graci · ously) 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, “graciously” 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.
Anagrams of “graciously”
The letters in “graciously” can be rearranged to spell one other word: glycosuria.