How many syllables in “accurateness”?
syllables in "accurateness"
Word details
Syllables
5
ac · cu · ra · te · ness
Letters
12
a · c · c · u · r · a · t · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “accurateness”
The word “accurateness” contains 5 syllables, divided as ac · cu · ra · te · ness. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "accurateness" have?
"accurateness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "accurateness" into syllables?
"accurateness" is divided into syllables as: ac · cu · ra · te · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "accurateness"?
The Scrabble score for "accurateness" is 16 points.
Using “accurateness” in writing
"accurateness" (ac · cu · ra · te · 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, “accurateness” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.