How many syllables in “villous”?
syllables in "villous"
Word details
Syllables
2
vil · lous
Letters
7
v · i · l · l · o · u · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “villous”
The word “villous” contains 2 syllables, divided as vil · lous. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "villous" have?
"villous" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "villous" into syllables?
"villous" is divided into syllables as: vil · lous.
What is the Scrabble score for "villous"?
The Scrabble score for "villous" is 10 points.
Using “villous” in writing
Two-syllable words like "villous" (vil · lous) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “villous” is worth 10 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.