How many syllables in “callowness”?
syllables in "callowness"
Word details
Syllables
3
cal · low · ness
Letters
10
c · a · l · l · o · w · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “callowness”
The word “callowness” contains 3 syllables, divided as cal · low · ness. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "callowness" have?
"callowness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "callowness" into syllables?
"callowness" is divided into syllables as: cal · low · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "callowness"?
The Scrabble score for "callowness" is 15 points.
Using “callowness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "callowness" (cal · low · ness) 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, “callowness” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.