How many syllables in “ridiculously”?
syllables in "ridiculously"
Word details
Syllables
5
ri · di · cu · lou · sly
Letters
12
r · i · d · i · c · u · l · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “ridiculously”
The word “ridiculously” contains 5 syllables, divided as ri · di · cu · lou · sly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ridiculously" have?
"ridiculously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ridiculously" into syllables?
"ridiculously" is divided into syllables as: ri · di · cu · lou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "ridiculously"?
The Scrabble score for "ridiculously" is 18 points.
Using “ridiculously” in writing
"ridiculously" (ri · di · cu · lou · 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, “ridiculously” 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.