How many syllables in “tortuously”?
syllables in "tortuously"
Word details
Syllables
3
tor · tuou · sly
Letters
10
t · o · r · t · u · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “tortuously”
The word “tortuously” contains 3 syllables, divided as tor · tuou · sly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tortuously" have?
"tortuously" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "tortuously" into syllables?
"tortuously" is divided into syllables as: tor · tuou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "tortuously"?
The Scrabble score for "tortuously" is 13 points.
Using “tortuously” in writing
Three-syllable words like "tortuously" (tor · tuou · sly) 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, “tortuously” is worth 13 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.