How many syllables in “amicablenesses”?
syllables in "amicablenesses"
Word details
Syllables
5
ami · cab · len · ess · es
Letters
14
a · m · i · c · a · b · l · e · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “amicablenesses”
The word “amicablenesses” contains 5 syllables, divided as ami · cab · len · ess · es. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "amicablenesses" have?
"amicablenesses" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "amicablenesses" into syllables?
"amicablenesses" is divided into syllables as: ami · cab · len · ess · es.
What is the Scrabble score for "amicablenesses"?
The Scrabble score for "amicablenesses" is 20 points.
Using “amicablenesses” in writing
"amicablenesses" (ami · cab · len · ess · es) 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, “amicablenesses” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.