How many syllables in “barefacedness”?
syllables in "barefacedness"
Word details
Syllables
5
ba · re · fa · ced · ness
Letters
13
b · a · r · e · f · a · c · e · d · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “barefacedness”
The word “barefacedness” contains 5 syllables, divided as ba · re · fa · ced · ness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barefacedness" have?
"barefacedness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "barefacedness" into syllables?
"barefacedness" is divided into syllables as: ba · re · fa · ced · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "barefacedness"?
The Scrabble score for "barefacedness" is 21 points.
Using “barefacedness” in writing
"barefacedness" (ba · re · fa · ced · 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, “barefacedness” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.