How many syllables in “bashfulness”?
syllables in "bashfulness"
Word details
Syllables
3
bas · hful · ness
Letters
11
b · a · s · h · f · u · l · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “bashfulness”
The word “bashfulness” contains 3 syllables, divided as bas · hful · ness. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bashfulness" have?
"bashfulness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "bashfulness" into syllables?
"bashfulness" is divided into syllables as: bas · hful · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "bashfulness"?
The Scrabble score for "bashfulness" is 19 points.
Using “bashfulness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "bashfulness" (bas · hful · 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, “bashfulness” 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.