How many syllables in “boorishness”?
syllables in "boorishness"
Word details
Syllables
3
boo · ris · hness
Letters
11
b · o · o · r · i · s · h · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “boorishness”
The word “boorishness” contains 3 syllables, divided as boo · ris · hness. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "boorishness" have?
"boorishness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "boorishness" into syllables?
"boorishness" is divided into syllables as: boo · ris · hness.
What is the Scrabble score for "boorishness"?
The Scrabble score for "boorishness" is 16 points.
Using “boorishness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "boorishness" (boo · ris · hness) 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, “boorishness” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.