How many syllables in “spirituous”?
syllables in "spirituous"
Word details
Syllables
3
spi · ri · tuous
Letters
10
s · p · i · r · i · t · u · o · u · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “spirituous”
The word “spirituous” contains 3 syllables, divided as spi · ri · tuous. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "spirituous" have?
"spirituous" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "spirituous" into syllables?
"spirituous" is divided into syllables as: spi · ri · tuous.
What is the Scrabble score for "spirituous"?
The Scrabble score for "spirituous" is 12 points.
Using “spirituous” in writing
Three-syllable words like "spirituous" (spi · ri · tuous) 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, “spirituous” is worth 12 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.