How many syllables in “verbosely”?
syllables in "verbosely"
Word details
Syllables
4
ver · bo · se · ly
Letters
9
v · e · r · b · o · s · e · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “verbosely”
The word “verbosely” contains 4 syllables, divided as ver · bo · se · ly. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "verbosely" have?
"verbosely" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "verbosely" into syllables?
"verbosely" is divided into syllables as: ver · bo · se · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "verbosely"?
The Scrabble score for "verbosely" is 17 points.
Using “verbosely” in writing
Four-syllable words like "verbosely" (ver · bo · se · ly) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “verbosely” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “verbosely”
The letters in “verbosely” can be rearranged to spell one other word: obversely.