How many syllables in “costivenesses”?
syllables in "costivenesses"
Word details
Syllables
4
cost · iven · esse · s
Letters
13
c · o · s · t · i · v · e · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “costivenesses”
The word “costivenesses” contains 4 syllables, divided as cost · iven · esse · s. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "costivenesses" have?
"costivenesses" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "costivenesses" into syllables?
"costivenesses" is divided into syllables as: cost · iven · esse · s.
What is the Scrabble score for "costivenesses"?
The Scrabble score for "costivenesses" is 18 points.
Using “costivenesses” in writing
Four-syllable words like "costivenesses" (cost · iven · esse · s) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “costivenesses” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.