How many syllables in “blameworthiness”?
syllables in "blameworthiness"
Word details
Syllables
5
bla · me · wor · thi · ness
Letters
15
b · l · a · m · e · w · o · r · t · h · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “blameworthiness”
The word “blameworthiness” contains 5 syllables, divided as bla · me · wor · thi · ness. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blameworthiness" have?
"blameworthiness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "blameworthiness" into syllables?
"blameworthiness" is divided into syllables as: bla · me · wor · thi · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "blameworthiness"?
The Scrabble score for "blameworthiness" is 25 points.
Using “blameworthiness” in writing
"blameworthiness" (bla · me · wor · thi · 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, “blameworthiness” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.