How many syllables in “incredulously”?
syllables in "incredulously"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · cre · du · lou · sly
Letters
13
i · n · c · r · e · d · u · l · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “incredulously”
The word “incredulously” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · cre · du · lou · sly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "incredulously" have?
"incredulously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "incredulously" into syllables?
"incredulously" is divided into syllables as: in · cre · du · lou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "incredulously"?
The Scrabble score for "incredulously" is 19 points.
Using “incredulously” in writing
"incredulously" (in · cre · du · lou · sly) 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, “incredulously” 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.