How many syllables in “accidentalness”?
syllables in "accidentalness"
Word details
Syllables
5
ac · ci · den · tal · ness
Letters
14
a · c · c · i · d · e · n · t · a · l · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “accidentalness”
The word “accidentalness” contains 5 syllables, divided as ac · ci · den · tal · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "accidentalness" have?
"accidentalness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "accidentalness" into syllables?
"accidentalness" is divided into syllables as: ac · ci · den · tal · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "accidentalness"?
The Scrabble score for "accidentalness" is 19 points.
Using “accidentalness” in writing
"accidentalness" (ac · ci · den · tal · 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, “accidentalness” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.