How many syllables in “voracious”?
syllables in "voracious"
Word details
Syllables
3
vorac · ious
Letters
9
v · o · r · a · c · i · o · u · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “voracious”
The word “voracious” contains 3 syllables, divided as vorac · ious. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "voracious" have?
"voracious" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "voracious" into syllables?
"voracious" is divided into syllables as: vorac · ious.
What is the Scrabble score for "voracious"?
The Scrabble score for "voracious" is 14 points.
Using “voracious” in writing
Three-syllable words like "voracious" (vorac · ious) 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, “voracious” is worth 14 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.