How many syllables in “ravenously”?
syllables in "ravenously"
Word details
Syllables
4
ra · ve · nou · sly
Letters
10
r · a · v · e · n · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
16
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About the word “ravenously”
The word “ravenously” contains 4 syllables, divided as ra · ve · nou · sly. It has 10 letters.
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How many syllables does "ravenously" have?
"ravenously" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "ravenously" into syllables?
"ravenously" is divided into syllables as: ra · ve · nou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "ravenously"?
The Scrabble score for "ravenously" is 16 points.
Using “ravenously” in writing
Four-syllable words like "ravenously" (ra · ve · nou · sly) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “ravenously” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.