How many syllables in “classlessness”?
syllables in "classlessness"
Word details
Syllables
3
clas · sles · sness
Letters
13
c · l · a · s · s · l · e · s · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “classlessness”
The word “classlessness” contains 3 syllables, divided as clas · sles · sness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "classlessness" have?
"classlessness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "classlessness" into syllables?
"classlessness" is divided into syllables as: clas · sles · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "classlessness"?
The Scrabble score for "classlessness" is 15 points.
Using “classlessness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "classlessness" (clas · sles · 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, “classlessness” 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.