How many syllables in “ruthful”?
syllables in "ruthful"
Word details
Syllables
2
rut · hful
Letters
7
r · u · t · h · f · u · l
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “ruthful”
The word “ruthful” contains 2 syllables, divided as rut · hful. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ruthful" have?
"ruthful" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ruthful" into syllables?
"ruthful" is divided into syllables as: rut · hful.
What is the Scrabble score for "ruthful"?
The Scrabble score for "ruthful" is 13 points.
Using “ruthful” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ruthful" (rut · hful) 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, “ruthful” 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.
Anagrams of “ruthful”
The letters in “ruthful” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hurtful.