How many syllables in “averageness”?
syllables in "averageness"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · ve · ra · ge · ness
Letters
11
a · v · e · r · a · g · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “averageness”
The word “averageness” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · ve · ra · ge · ness. It has 11 letters.
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How many syllables does "averageness" have?
"averageness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "averageness" into syllables?
"averageness" is divided into syllables as: a · ve · ra · ge · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "averageness"?
The Scrabble score for "averageness" is 15 points.
Using “averageness” in writing
"averageness" (a · ve · ra · ge · 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, “averageness” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.