How many syllables in “victorious”?
syllables in "victorious"
Word details
Syllables
3
victo · rious
Letters
10
v · i · c · t · o · r · i · o · u · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “victorious”
The word “victorious” contains 3 syllables, divided as victo · rious. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "victorious" have?
"victorious" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "victorious" into syllables?
"victorious" is divided into syllables as: victo · rious.
What is the Scrabble score for "victorious"?
The Scrabble score for "victorious" is 15 points.
Using “victorious” in writing
Three-syllable words like "victorious" (victo · rious) 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, “victorious” 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.