How many syllables in “cheerlessness”?
syllables in "cheerlessness"
Word details
Syllables
3
cheer · les · sness
Letters
13
c · h · e · e · r · l · e · s · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “cheerlessness”
The word “cheerlessness” contains 3 syllables, divided as cheer · les · sness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cheerlessness" have?
"cheerlessness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cheerlessness" into syllables?
"cheerlessness" is divided into syllables as: cheer · les · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "cheerlessness"?
The Scrabble score for "cheerlessness" is 18 points.
Using “cheerlessness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cheerlessness" (cheer · les · sness) 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, “cheerlessness” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.