How many syllables in “inauspiciously”?
syllables in "inauspiciously"
Word details
Syllables
5
inau · spic · ious · ly
Letters
14
i · n · a · u · s · p · i · c · i · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “inauspiciously”
The word “inauspiciously” contains 5 syllables, divided as inau · spic · ious · ly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "inauspiciously" have?
"inauspiciously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "inauspiciously" into syllables?
"inauspiciously" is divided into syllables as: inau · spic · ious · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "inauspiciously"?
The Scrabble score for "inauspiciously" is 21 points.
Using “inauspiciously” in writing
"inauspiciously" (inau · spic · ious · ly) 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, “inauspiciously” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.