How many syllables in “baseness”?
syllables in "baseness"
Word details
Syllables
3
ba · se · ness
Letters
8
b · a · s · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “baseness”
The word “baseness” contains 3 syllables, divided as ba · se · ness. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "baseness" have?
"baseness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "baseness" into syllables?
"baseness" is divided into syllables as: ba · se · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "baseness"?
The Scrabble score for "baseness" is 10 points.
Using “baseness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "baseness" (ba · se · ness) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “baseness” is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.