How many syllables in “sententiously”?
syllables in "sententiously"
Word details
Syllables
4
sente · ntiou · sly
Letters
13
s · e · n · t · e · n · t · i · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “sententiously”
The word “sententiously” contains 4 syllables, divided as sente · ntiou · sly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sententiously" have?
"sententiously" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "sententiously" into syllables?
"sententiously" is divided into syllables as: sente · ntiou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "sententiously"?
The Scrabble score for "sententiously" is 16 points.
Using “sententiously” in writing
Four-syllable words like "sententiously" (sente · ntiou · sly) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “sententiously” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.