How many syllables in “boneheadedness”?
syllables in "boneheadedness"
Word details
Syllables
5
bo · ne · hea · ded · ness
Letters
14
b · o · n · e · h · e · a · d · e · d · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “boneheadedness”
The word “boneheadedness” contains 5 syllables, divided as bo · ne · hea · ded · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "boneheadedness" have?
"boneheadedness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "boneheadedness" into syllables?
"boneheadedness" is divided into syllables as: bo · ne · hea · ded · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "boneheadedness"?
The Scrabble score for "boneheadedness" is 21 points.
Using “boneheadedness” in writing
"boneheadedness" (bo · ne · hea · ded · 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, “boneheadedness” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.