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