How many syllables in “nauseously”?
syllables in "nauseously"
Word details
Syllables
3
nause · ously
Letters
10
n · a · u · s · e · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
13
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About the word “nauseously”
The word “nauseously” contains 3 syllables, divided as nause · ously. It has 10 letters.
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How many syllables does "nauseously" have?
"nauseously" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "nauseously" into syllables?
"nauseously" is divided into syllables as: nause · ously.
What is the Scrabble score for "nauseously"?
The Scrabble score for "nauseously" is 13 points.
Using “nauseously” in writing
Three-syllable words like "nauseously" (nause · ously) 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, “nauseously” 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.