How many syllables in “indecorously”?
syllables in "indecorously"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · de · co · rou · sly
Letters
12
i · n · d · e · c · o · r · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “indecorously”
The word “indecorously” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · de · co · rou · sly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "indecorously" have?
"indecorously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "indecorously" into syllables?
"indecorously" is divided into syllables as: in · de · co · rou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "indecorously"?
The Scrabble score for "indecorously" is 18 points.
Using “indecorously” in writing
"indecorously" (in · de · co · rou · 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, “indecorously” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.