How many syllables in “aggressiveness”?
syllables in "aggressiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
ag · gres · si · ve · ness
Letters
14
a · g · g · r · e · s · s · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “aggressiveness”
The word “aggressiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as ag · gres · si · ve · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "aggressiveness" have?
"aggressiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "aggressiveness" into syllables?
"aggressiveness" is divided into syllables as: ag · gres · si · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "aggressiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "aggressiveness" is 19 points.
Using “aggressiveness” in writing
"aggressiveness" (ag · gres · 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, “aggressiveness” 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.