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How many syllables in “clevernesses”?

3

syllables in "clevernesses"

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Word details

Syllables

3

clev · erne · sses

Letters

12

c · l · e · v · e · r · n · e · s · s · e · s

Scrabble

17

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
l1
e1
v4
e1
r1
n1
e1
s1
s1
e1
s1

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About the word “clevernesses

The word clevernesses contains 3 syllables, divided as clev · erne · sses. It has 12 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "clevernesses" have?

"clevernesses" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "clevernesses" into syllables?

"clevernesses" is divided into syllables as: clev · erne · sses.

What is the Scrabble score for "clevernesses"?

The Scrabble score for "clevernesses" is 17 points.

Using “clevernesses” in writing

Three-syllable words like "clevernesses" (clev · erne · sses) 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, clevernesses is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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