How many syllables in “contemptibleness”?
syllables in "contemptibleness"
Word details
Syllables
5
con · tem · pti · ble · ness
Letters
16
c · o · n · t · e · m · p · t · i · b · l · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “contemptibleness”
The word “contemptibleness” contains 5 syllables, divided as con · tem · pti · ble · ness. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "contemptibleness" have?
"contemptibleness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "contemptibleness" into syllables?
"contemptibleness" is divided into syllables as: con · tem · pti · ble · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "contemptibleness"?
The Scrabble score for "contemptibleness" is 24 points.
Using “contemptibleness” in writing
"contemptibleness" (con · tem · pti · ble · 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, “contemptibleness” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.