How many syllables in “cumbrousness”?
syllables in "cumbrousness"
Word details
Syllables
3
cum · brou · sness
Letters
12
c · u · m · b · r · o · u · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “cumbrousness”
The word “cumbrousness” contains 3 syllables, divided as cum · brou · sness. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cumbrousness" have?
"cumbrousness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cumbrousness" into syllables?
"cumbrousness" is divided into syllables as: cum · brou · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "cumbrousness"?
The Scrabble score for "cumbrousness" is 18 points.
Using “cumbrousness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cumbrousness" (cum · brou · 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, “cumbrousness” 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.