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How many syllables in “ingeniously”?

4

syllables in "ingeniously"

ingeniously
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Word details

Syllables

4

inge · niou · sly

Letters

11

i · n · g · e · n · i · o · u · s · l · y

Scrabble

15

points

Scrabble letter values

i1
n1
g2
e1
n1
i1
o1
u1
s1
l1
y4

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About the word “ingeniously

The word ingeniously contains 4 syllables, divided as inge · niou · sly. It has 11 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "ingeniously" have?

"ingeniously" has 4 syllables.

How do you divide "ingeniously" into syllables?

"ingeniously" is divided into syllables as: inge · niou · sly.

What is the Scrabble score for "ingeniously"?

The Scrabble score for "ingeniously" is 15 points.

Using “ingeniously” in writing

Four-syllable words like "ingeniously" (inge · niou · 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, ingeniously is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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