How many syllables in “illustriously”?
syllables in "illustriously"
Word details
Syllables
4
illus · triou · sly
Letters
13
i · l · l · u · s · t · r · i · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
16
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About the word “illustriously”
The word “illustriously” contains 4 syllables, divided as illus · triou · sly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "illustriously" have?
"illustriously" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "illustriously" into syllables?
"illustriously" is divided into syllables as: illus · triou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "illustriously"?
The Scrabble score for "illustriously" is 16 points.
Using “illustriously” in writing
Four-syllable words like "illustriously" (illus · triou · 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, “illustriously” 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.