How many syllables in “apartness”?
syllables in "apartness"
Word details
Syllables
3
a · par · tness
Letters
9
a · p · a · r · t · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “apartness”
The word “apartness” contains 3 syllables, divided as a · par · tness. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "apartness" have?
"apartness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "apartness" into syllables?
"apartness" is divided into syllables as: a · par · tness.
What is the Scrabble score for "apartness"?
The Scrabble score for "apartness" is 11 points.
Using “apartness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "apartness" (a · par · tness) 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, “apartness” is worth 11 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.