How many syllables in “compulsiveness”?
syllables in "compulsiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
com · pul · si · ve · ness
Letters
14
c · o · m · p · u · l · s · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “compulsiveness”
The word “compulsiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as com · pul · si · ve · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "compulsiveness" have?
"compulsiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "compulsiveness" into syllables?
"compulsiveness" is divided into syllables as: com · pul · si · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "compulsiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "compulsiveness" is 23 points.
Using “compulsiveness” in writing
"compulsiveness" (com · pul · si · 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, “compulsiveness” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.