How many syllables in “virtuously”?
syllables in "virtuously"
Word details
Syllables
3
vir · tuou · sly
Letters
10
v · i · r · t · u · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “virtuously”
The word “virtuously” contains 3 syllables, divided as vir · tuou · sly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "virtuously" have?
"virtuously" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "virtuously" into syllables?
"virtuously" is divided into syllables as: vir · tuou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "virtuously"?
The Scrabble score for "virtuously" is 16 points.
Using “virtuously” in writing
Three-syllable words like "virtuously" (vir · tuou · sly) 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, “virtuously” 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.