How many syllables in “irreligiously”?
syllables in "irreligiously"
Word details
Syllables
5
irre · ligi · ousl · y
Letters
13
i · r · r · e · l · i · g · i · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “irreligiously”
The word “irreligiously” contains 5 syllables, divided as irre · ligi · ousl · y. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "irreligiously" have?
"irreligiously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "irreligiously" into syllables?
"irreligiously" is divided into syllables as: irre · ligi · ousl · y.
What is the Scrabble score for "irreligiously"?
The Scrabble score for "irreligiously" is 17 points.
Using “irreligiously” in writing
"irreligiously" (irre · ligi · ousl · y) 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, “irreligiously” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.