How many syllables in “sudoriferous”?
syllables in "sudoriferous"
Word details
Syllables
5
su · do · ri · fe · rous
Letters
12
s · u · d · o · r · i · f · e · r · o · u · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “sudoriferous”
The word “sudoriferous” contains 5 syllables, divided as su · do · ri · fe · rous. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sudoriferous" have?
"sudoriferous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sudoriferous" into syllables?
"sudoriferous" is divided into syllables as: su · do · ri · fe · rous.
What is the Scrabble score for "sudoriferous"?
The Scrabble score for "sudoriferous" is 16 points.
Using “sudoriferous” in writing
"sudoriferous" (su · do · ri · fe · rous) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “sudoriferous” 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.