How many syllables in “wrothful”?
syllables in "wrothful"
Word details
Syllables
2
wrot · hful
Letters
8
w · r · o · t · h · f · u · l
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “wrothful”
The word “wrothful” contains 2 syllables, divided as wrot · hful. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wrothful" have?
"wrothful" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wrothful" into syllables?
"wrothful" is divided into syllables as: wrot · hful.
What is the Scrabble score for "wrothful"?
The Scrabble score for "wrothful" is 17 points.
Using “wrothful” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wrothful" (wrot · hful) 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, “wrothful” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “wrothful”
The letters in “wrothful” can be rearranged to spell one other word: worthful.