How many syllables in “intravenously”?
syllables in "intravenously"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · tra · ve · nou · sly
Letters
13
i · n · t · r · a · v · e · n · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
19
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About the word “intravenously”
The word “intravenously” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · tra · ve · nou · sly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intravenously" have?
"intravenously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intravenously" into syllables?
"intravenously" is divided into syllables as: in · tra · ve · nou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "intravenously"?
The Scrabble score for "intravenously" is 19 points.
Using “intravenously” in writing
"intravenously" (in · tra · ve · nou · 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, “intravenously” 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.