How many syllables in “ruthfully”?
syllables in "ruthfully"
Word details
Syllables
3
rut · hful · ly
Letters
9
r · u · t · h · f · u · l · l · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “ruthfully”
The word “ruthfully” contains 3 syllables, divided as rut · hful · ly. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ruthfully" have?
"ruthfully" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "ruthfully" into syllables?
"ruthfully" is divided into syllables as: rut · hful · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "ruthfully"?
The Scrabble score for "ruthfully" is 18 points.
Using “ruthfully” in writing
Three-syllable words like "ruthfully" (rut · hful · ly) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “ruthfully” 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.
Anagrams of “ruthfully”
The letters in “ruthfully” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hurtfully.