How many syllables in “lugubrious”?
syllables in "lugubrious"
Word details
Syllables
3
lugub · rious
Letters
10
l · u · g · u · b · r · i · o · u · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “lugubrious”
The word “lugubrious” contains 3 syllables, divided as lugub · rious. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lugubrious" have?
"lugubrious" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "lugubrious" into syllables?
"lugubrious" is divided into syllables as: lugub · rious.
What is the Scrabble score for "lugubrious"?
The Scrabble score for "lugubrious" is 13 points.
Using “lugubrious” in writing
Three-syllable words like "lugubrious" (lugub · rious) 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, “lugubrious” is worth 13 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.