How many syllables in “ruinous”?
syllables in "ruinous"
Word details
Syllables
2
rui · nous
Letters
7
r · u · i · n · o · u · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “ruinous”
The word “ruinous” contains 2 syllables, divided as rui · nous. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ruinous" have?
"ruinous" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ruinous" into syllables?
"ruinous" is divided into syllables as: rui · nous.
What is the Scrabble score for "ruinous"?
The Scrabble score for "ruinous" is 7 points.
Using “ruinous” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ruinous" (rui · nous) 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, “ruinous” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “ruinous”
The letters in “ruinous” can be rearranged to spell one other word: urinous.