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How many syllables in “cunningness”?

3

syllables in "cunningness"

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Word details

Syllables

3

cun · nin · gness

Letters

11

c · u · n · n · i · n · g · n · e · s · s

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
u1
n1
n1
i1
n1
g2
n1
e1
s1
s1

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About the word “cunningness

The word cunningness contains 3 syllables, divided as cun · nin · gness. It has 11 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "cunningness" have?

"cunningness" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "cunningness" into syllables?

"cunningness" is divided into syllables as: cun · nin · gness.

What is the Scrabble score for "cunningness"?

The Scrabble score for "cunningness" is 14 points.

Using “cunningness” in writing

Three-syllable words like "cunningness" (cun · nin · gness) 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, cunningness is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.

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