How many syllables in “absentmindedness”?
syllables in "absentmindedness"
Word details
Syllables
5
ab · sen · tmin · ded · ness
Letters
16
a · b · s · e · n · t · m · i · n · d · e · d · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “absentmindedness”
The word “absentmindedness” contains 5 syllables, divided as ab · sen · tmin · ded · ness. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "absentmindedness" have?
"absentmindedness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "absentmindedness" into syllables?
"absentmindedness" is divided into syllables as: ab · sen · tmin · ded · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "absentmindedness"?
The Scrabble score for "absentmindedness" is 22 points.
Using “absentmindedness” in writing
"absentmindedness" (ab · sen · tmin · ded · 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, “absentmindedness” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.