How many syllables in “ingenuous”?
syllables in "ingenuous"
Word details
Syllables
3
in · ge · nuous
Letters
9
i · n · g · e · n · u · o · u · s
Scrabble
10
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “ingenuous”
The word “ingenuous” contains 3 syllables, divided as in · ge · nuous. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ingenuous" have?
"ingenuous" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "ingenuous" into syllables?
"ingenuous" is divided into syllables as: in · ge · nuous.
What is the Scrabble score for "ingenuous"?
The Scrabble score for "ingenuous" is 10 points.
Using “ingenuous” in writing
Three-syllable words like "ingenuous" (in · ge · nuous) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “ingenuous” is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.