How many syllables in “defensiveness”?
syllables in "defensiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · fen · si · ve · ness
Letters
13
d · e · f · e · n · s · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “defensiveness”
The word “defensiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · fen · si · ve · ness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "defensiveness" have?
"defensiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "defensiveness" into syllables?
"defensiveness" is divided into syllables as: de · fen · si · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "defensiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "defensiveness" is 20 points.
Using “defensiveness” in writing
"defensiveness" (de · fen · si · ve · ness) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “defensiveness” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.