How many syllables in “amateurishness”?
syllables in "amateurishness"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · ma · teu · ris · hness
Letters
14
a · m · a · t · e · u · r · i · s · h · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “amateurishness”
The word “amateurishness” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · ma · teu · ris · hness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "amateurishness" have?
"amateurishness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "amateurishness" into syllables?
"amateurishness" is divided into syllables as: a · ma · teu · ris · hness.
What is the Scrabble score for "amateurishness"?
The Scrabble score for "amateurishness" is 19 points.
Using “amateurishness” in writing
"amateurishness" (a · ma · teu · ris · hness) 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, “amateurishness” 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.