How many syllables in “beastliness”?
syllables in "beastliness"
Word details
Syllables
3
beas · tli · ness
Letters
11
b · e · a · s · t · l · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “beastliness”
The word “beastliness” contains 3 syllables, divided as beas · tli · ness. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "beastliness" have?
"beastliness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "beastliness" into syllables?
"beastliness" is divided into syllables as: beas · tli · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "beastliness"?
The Scrabble score for "beastliness" is 13 points.
Using “beastliness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "beastliness" (beas · tli · 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, “beastliness” is worth 13 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.