How many syllables in “brutishness”?
syllables in "brutishness"
Word details
Syllables
3
bru · tis · hness
Letters
11
b · r · u · t · i · s · h · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “brutishness”
The word “brutishness” contains 3 syllables, divided as bru · tis · hness. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "brutishness" have?
"brutishness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "brutishness" into syllables?
"brutishness" is divided into syllables as: bru · tis · hness.
What is the Scrabble score for "brutishness"?
The Scrabble score for "brutishness" is 16 points.
Using “brutishness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "brutishness" (bru · tis · 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, “brutishness” 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.