How many syllables in “convulsiveness”?
syllables in "convulsiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
con · vul · si · ve · ness
Letters
14
c · o · n · v · u · l · s · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “convulsiveness”
The word “convulsiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as con · vul · si · ve · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "convulsiveness" have?
"convulsiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "convulsiveness" into syllables?
"convulsiveness" is divided into syllables as: con · vul · si · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "convulsiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "convulsiveness" is 22 points.
Using “convulsiveness” in writing
"convulsiveness" (con · vul · 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, “convulsiveness” 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.