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