How many syllables in “righteous”?
syllables in "righteous"
Word details
Syllables
2
righteous
Letters
9
r · i · g · h · t · e · o · u · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “righteous”
The word “righteous” contains 2 syllables, divided as righteous. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "righteous" have?
"righteous" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "righteous" into syllables?
"righteous" is divided into syllables as: righteous.
What is the Scrabble score for "righteous"?
The Scrabble score for "righteous" is 13 points.
Using “righteous” in writing
Two-syllable words like "righteous" (righteous) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “righteous” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.