How many syllables in “cantankerousness”?
syllables in "cantankerousness"
Word details
Syllables
5
can · tan · ke · rou · sness
Letters
16
c · a · n · t · a · n · k · e · r · o · u · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “cantankerousness”
The word “cantankerousness” contains 5 syllables, divided as can · tan · ke · rou · sness. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cantankerousness" have?
"cantankerousness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cantankerousness" into syllables?
"cantankerousness" is divided into syllables as: can · tan · ke · rou · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "cantankerousness"?
The Scrabble score for "cantankerousness" is 22 points.
Using “cantankerousness” in writing
"cantankerousness" (can · tan · ke · rou · sness) 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, “cantankerousness” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.