How many syllables in “previously”?
syllables in "previously"
Word details
Syllables
3
previ · ously
Letters
10
p · r · e · v · i · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “previously”
The word “previously” contains 3 syllables, divided as previ · ously. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "previously" have?
"previously" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "previously" into syllables?
"previously" is divided into syllables as: previ · ously.
What is the Scrabble score for "previously"?
The Scrabble score for "previously" is 18 points.
Using “previously” in writing
Three-syllable words like "previously" (previ · 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, “previously” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “previously”
The letters in “previously” can be rearranged to spell one other word: viperously.