How many syllables in “ruthless”?
syllables in "ruthless"
Word details
Syllables
2
rut · hless
Letters
8
r · u · t · h · l · e · s · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “ruthless”
The word “ruthless” contains 2 syllables, divided as rut · hless. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ruthless" have?
"ruthless" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ruthless" into syllables?
"ruthless" is divided into syllables as: rut · hless.
What is the Scrabble score for "ruthless"?
The Scrabble score for "ruthless" is 11 points.
Using “ruthless” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ruthless" (rut · hless) 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, “ruthless” is worth 11 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 “ruthless”
The letters in “ruthless” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: hurtless, hustlers.