How many syllables in “airworthiness”?
syllables in "airworthiness"
Word details
Syllables
4
air · wor · thi · ness
Letters
13
a · i · r · w · o · r · t · h · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “airworthiness”
The word “airworthiness” contains 4 syllables, divided as air · wor · thi · ness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "airworthiness" have?
"airworthiness" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "airworthiness" into syllables?
"airworthiness" is divided into syllables as: air · wor · thi · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "airworthiness"?
The Scrabble score for "airworthiness" is 19 points.
Using “airworthiness” in writing
Four-syllable words like "airworthiness" (air · wor · thi · ness) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “airworthiness” 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.