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How many syllables in “stridulous”?

3

syllables in "stridulous"

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Word details

Syllables

3

stri · du · lous

Letters

10

s · t · r · i · d · u · l · o · u · s

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
t1
r1
i1
d2
u1
l1
o1
u1
s1

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About the word “stridulous

The word stridulous contains 3 syllables, divided as stri · du · lous. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "stridulous" have?

"stridulous" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "stridulous" into syllables?

"stridulous" is divided into syllables as: stri · du · lous.

What is the Scrabble score for "stridulous"?

The Scrabble score for "stridulous" is 11 points.

Using “stridulous” in writing

Three-syllable words like "stridulous" (stri · du · lous) 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, stridulous 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.

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