How many syllables in “definitenesses”?
syllables in "definitenesses"
Word details
Syllables
5
def · ini · ten · ess · es
Letters
14
d · e · f · i · n · i · t · e · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “definitenesses”
The word “definitenesses” contains 5 syllables, divided as def · ini · ten · ess · es. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "definitenesses" have?
"definitenesses" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "definitenesses" into syllables?
"definitenesses" is divided into syllables as: def · ini · ten · ess · es.
What is the Scrabble score for "definitenesses"?
The Scrabble score for "definitenesses" is 18 points.
Using “definitenesses” in writing
"definitenesses" (def · ini · ten · ess · es) 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, “definitenesses” 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.