How many syllables in “combativeness”?
syllables in "combativeness"
Word details
Syllables
5
com · ba · ti · ve · ness
Letters
13
c · o · m · b · a · t · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “combativeness”
The word “combativeness” contains 5 syllables, divided as com · ba · ti · ve · ness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "combativeness" have?
"combativeness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "combativeness" into syllables?
"combativeness" is divided into syllables as: com · ba · ti · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "combativeness"?
The Scrabble score for "combativeness" is 22 points.
Using “combativeness” in writing
"combativeness" (com · ba · ti · ve · ness) 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, “combativeness” 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.