How many syllables in “copiousness”?
syllables in "copiousness"
Word details
Syllables
3
copiou · sness
Letters
11
c · o · p · i · o · u · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “copiousness”
The word “copiousness” contains 3 syllables, divided as copiou · sness. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "copiousness" have?
"copiousness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "copiousness" into syllables?
"copiousness" is divided into syllables as: copiou · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "copiousness"?
The Scrabble score for "copiousness" is 15 points.
Using “copiousness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "copiousness" (copiou · sness) 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, “copiousness” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.