How many syllables in “appositeness”?
syllables in "appositeness"
Word details
Syllables
5
ap · po · si · te · ness
Letters
12
a · p · p · o · s · i · t · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “appositeness”
The word “appositeness” contains 5 syllables, divided as ap · po · si · te · ness. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "appositeness" have?
"appositeness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "appositeness" into syllables?
"appositeness" is divided into syllables as: ap · po · si · te · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "appositeness"?
The Scrabble score for "appositeness" is 16 points.
Using “appositeness” in writing
"appositeness" (ap · po · si · te · ness) 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, “appositeness” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.