How many syllables in “treacherous”?
syllables in "treacherous"
Word details
Syllables
3
treac · he · rous
Letters
11
t · r · e · a · c · h · e · r · o · u · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “treacherous”
The word “treacherous” contains 3 syllables, divided as treac · he · rous. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "treacherous" have?
"treacherous" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "treacherous" into syllables?
"treacherous" is divided into syllables as: treac · he · rous.
What is the Scrabble score for "treacherous"?
The Scrabble score for "treacherous" is 16 points.
Using “treacherous” in writing
Three-syllable words like "treacherous" (treac · he · rous) 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, “treacherous” 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.