How many syllables in “blindnesses”?
syllables in "blindnesses"
Word details
Syllables
2
blindn · esses
Letters
11
b · l · i · n · d · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “blindnesses”
The word “blindnesses” contains 2 syllables, divided as blindn · esses. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blindnesses" have?
"blindnesses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "blindnesses" into syllables?
"blindnesses" is divided into syllables as: blindn · esses.
What is the Scrabble score for "blindnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "blindnesses" is 14 points.
Using “blindnesses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "blindnesses" (blindn · esses) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “blindnesses” is worth 14 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.