How many syllables in “anxiousness”?
syllables in "anxiousness"
Word details
Syllables
3
anxiou · sness
Letters
11
a · n · x · i · o · u · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “anxiousness”
The word “anxiousness” contains 3 syllables, divided as anxiou · sness. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "anxiousness" have?
"anxiousness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "anxiousness" into syllables?
"anxiousness" is divided into syllables as: anxiou · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "anxiousness"?
The Scrabble score for "anxiousness" is 18 points.
Using “anxiousness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "anxiousness" (anxiou · sness) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “anxiousness” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.