How many syllables in “injurious”?
syllables in "injurious"
Word details
Syllables
3
injur · ious
Letters
9
i · n · j · u · r · i · o · u · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “injurious”
The word “injurious” contains 3 syllables, divided as injur · ious. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "injurious" have?
"injurious" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "injurious" into syllables?
"injurious" is divided into syllables as: injur · ious.
What is the Scrabble score for "injurious"?
The Scrabble score for "injurious" is 16 points.
Using “injurious” in writing
Three-syllable words like "injurious" (injur · ious) 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, “injurious” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.