How many syllables in “abrasiveness”?
syllables in "abrasiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · bra · si · ve · ness
Letters
12
a · b · r · a · s · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “abrasiveness”
The word “abrasiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · bra · si · ve · ness. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abrasiveness" have?
"abrasiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "abrasiveness" into syllables?
"abrasiveness" is divided into syllables as: a · bra · si · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "abrasiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "abrasiveness" is 17 points.
Using “abrasiveness” in writing
"abrasiveness" (a · bra · si · ve · ness) 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, “abrasiveness” 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.