How many syllables in “litigious”?
syllables in "litigious"
Word details
Syllables
3
litig · ious
Letters
9
l · i · t · i · g · i · o · u · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “litigious”
The word “litigious” contains 3 syllables, divided as litig · ious. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "litigious" have?
"litigious" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "litigious" into syllables?
"litigious" is divided into syllables as: litig · ious.
What is the Scrabble score for "litigious"?
The Scrabble score for "litigious" is 10 points.
Using “litigious” in writing
Three-syllable words like "litigious" (litig · 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, “litigious” 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.