How many syllables in “daintinesses”?
syllables in "daintinesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
dain · tine · sses
Letters
12
d · a · i · n · t · i · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
13
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About the word “daintinesses”
The word “daintinesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as dain · tine · sses. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "daintinesses" have?
"daintinesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "daintinesses" into syllables?
"daintinesses" is divided into syllables as: dain · tine · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "daintinesses"?
The Scrabble score for "daintinesses" is 13 points.
Using “daintinesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "daintinesses" (dain · tine · sses) 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, “daintinesses” is worth 13 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.