How many syllables in “viruliferous”?
syllables in "viruliferous"
Word details
Syllables
5
vi · ru · li · fe · rous
Letters
12
v · i · r · u · l · i · f · e · r · o · u · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “viruliferous”
The word “viruliferous” contains 5 syllables, divided as vi · ru · li · fe · rous. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "viruliferous" have?
"viruliferous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "viruliferous" into syllables?
"viruliferous" is divided into syllables as: vi · ru · li · fe · rous.
What is the Scrabble score for "viruliferous"?
The Scrabble score for "viruliferous" is 18 points.
Using “viruliferous” in writing
"viruliferous" (vi · ru · li · fe · rous) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “viruliferous” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.