How many syllables in “avariciousness”?
syllables in "avariciousness"
Word details
Syllables
5
avar · icio · usne · ss
Letters
14
a · v · a · r · i · c · i · o · u · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “avariciousness”
The word “avariciousness” contains 5 syllables, divided as avar · icio · usne · ss. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "avariciousness" have?
"avariciousness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "avariciousness" into syllables?
"avariciousness" is divided into syllables as: avar · icio · usne · ss.
What is the Scrabble score for "avariciousness"?
The Scrabble score for "avariciousness" is 19 points.
Using “avariciousness” in writing
"avariciousness" (avar · icio · usne · ss) 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, “avariciousness” 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.