How many syllables in “adhesiveness”?
syllables in "adhesiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
ad · he · si · ve · ness
Letters
12
a · d · h · e · s · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “adhesiveness”
The word “adhesiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as ad · he · si · ve · ness. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adhesiveness" have?
"adhesiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "adhesiveness" into syllables?
"adhesiveness" is divided into syllables as: ad · he · si · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "adhesiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "adhesiveness" is 19 points.
Using “adhesiveness” in writing
"adhesiveness" (ad · he · 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, “adhesiveness” 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.