How many syllables in “cordialnesses”?
syllables in "cordialnesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
cordi · alnes · ses
Letters
13
c · o · r · d · i · a · l · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “cordialnesses”
The word “cordialnesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as cordi · alnes · ses. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cordialnesses" have?
"cordialnesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cordialnesses" into syllables?
"cordialnesses" is divided into syllables as: cordi · alnes · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "cordialnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "cordialnesses" is 16 points.
Using “cordialnesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cordialnesses" (cordi · alnes · ses) 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, “cordialnesses” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.