How many syllables in “abjectness”?
syllables in "abjectness"
Word details
Syllables
3
ab · jec · tness
Letters
10
a · b · j · e · c · t · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “abjectness”
The word “abjectness” contains 3 syllables, divided as ab · jec · tness. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abjectness" have?
"abjectness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "abjectness" into syllables?
"abjectness" is divided into syllables as: ab · jec · tness.
What is the Scrabble score for "abjectness"?
The Scrabble score for "abjectness" is 21 points.
Using “abjectness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "abjectness" (ab · jec · tness) 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, “abjectness” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.