How many syllables in “ignominiously”?
syllables in "ignominiously"
Word details
Syllables
5
igno · mini · ousl · y
Letters
13
i · g · n · o · m · i · n · i · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “ignominiously”
The word “ignominiously” contains 5 syllables, divided as igno · mini · ousl · y. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ignominiously" have?
"ignominiously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ignominiously" into syllables?
"ignominiously" is divided into syllables as: igno · mini · ousl · y.
What is the Scrabble score for "ignominiously"?
The Scrabble score for "ignominiously" is 19 points.
Using “ignominiously” in writing
"ignominiously" (igno · mini · ousl · y) 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, “ignominiously” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.