How many syllables in “villainous”?
syllables in "villainous"
Word details
Syllables
3
vil · lai · nous
Letters
10
v · i · l · l · a · i · n · o · u · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “villainous”
The word “villainous” contains 3 syllables, divided as vil · lai · nous. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "villainous" have?
"villainous" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "villainous" into syllables?
"villainous" is divided into syllables as: vil · lai · nous.
What is the Scrabble score for "villainous"?
The Scrabble score for "villainous" is 13 points.
Using “villainous” in writing
Three-syllable words like "villainous" (vil · lai · nous) 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, “villainous” 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.