How many syllables in “barefacednesses”?
syllables in "barefacednesses"
Word details
Syllables
5
bar · efa · ced · nes · ses
Letters
15
b · a · r · e · f · a · c · e · d · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “barefacednesses”
The word “barefacednesses” contains 5 syllables, divided as bar · efa · ced · nes · ses. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barefacednesses" have?
"barefacednesses" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "barefacednesses" into syllables?
"barefacednesses" is divided into syllables as: bar · efa · ced · nes · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "barefacednesses"?
The Scrabble score for "barefacednesses" is 23 points.
Using “barefacednesses” in writing
"barefacednesses" (bar · efa · ced · nes · ses) 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, “barefacednesses” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.