How many syllables in “pestiferously”?
syllables in "pestiferously"
Word details
Syllables
5
pe · sti · fe · rou · sly
Letters
13
p · e · s · t · i · f · e · r · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “pestiferously”
The word “pestiferously” contains 5 syllables, divided as pe · sti · fe · rou · sly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pestiferously" have?
"pestiferously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "pestiferously" into syllables?
"pestiferously" is divided into syllables as: pe · sti · fe · rou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "pestiferously"?
The Scrabble score for "pestiferously" is 21 points.
Using “pestiferously” in writing
"pestiferously" (pe · sti · fe · rou · sly) 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, “pestiferously” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.