How many syllables in “pusillanimous”?
syllables in "pusillanimous"
Word details
Syllables
5
pu · sil · la · ni · mous
Letters
13
p · u · s · i · l · l · a · n · i · m · o · u · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “pusillanimous”
The word “pusillanimous” contains 5 syllables, divided as pu · sil · la · ni · mous. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pusillanimous" have?
"pusillanimous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "pusillanimous" into syllables?
"pusillanimous" is divided into syllables as: pu · sil · la · ni · mous.
What is the Scrabble score for "pusillanimous"?
The Scrabble score for "pusillanimous" is 17 points.
Using “pusillanimous” in writing
"pusillanimous" (pu · sil · la · ni · mous) 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, “pusillanimous” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.