How many syllables in “adversariness”?
syllables in "adversariness"
Word details
Syllables
5
ad · ver · sa · ri · ness
Letters
13
a · d · v · e · r · s · a · r · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “adversariness”
The word “adversariness” contains 5 syllables, divided as ad · ver · sa · ri · ness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adversariness" have?
"adversariness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "adversariness" into syllables?
"adversariness" is divided into syllables as: ad · ver · sa · ri · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "adversariness"?
The Scrabble score for "adversariness" is 17 points.
Using “adversariness” in writing
"adversariness" (ad · ver · sa · ri · 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, “adversariness” 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.