How many syllables in “tiresomely”?
syllables in "tiresomely"
Word details
Syllables
5
ti · re · so · me · ly
Letters
10
t · i · r · e · s · o · m · e · l · y
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “tiresomely”
The word “tiresomely” contains 5 syllables, divided as ti · re · so · me · ly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tiresomely" have?
"tiresomely" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "tiresomely" into syllables?
"tiresomely" is divided into syllables as: ti · re · so · me · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "tiresomely"?
The Scrabble score for "tiresomely" is 15 points.
Using “tiresomely” in writing
"tiresomely" (ti · re · so · me · ly) 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, “tiresomely” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.