How many syllables in “alikeness”?

About the word “alikeness”

The word “alikeness” contains 4 syllables, divided as a · li · ke · ness. It has 9 letters.

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Using “alikeness” in writing

Four-syllable words like "alikeness" (a · li · ke · 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, “alikeness” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.

Anagrams of “alikeness”

The letters in “alikeness” can be rearranged to spell one other word: leakiness.