How many syllables in “deleteriousnesses”?
syllables in "deleteriousnesses"
Word details
Syllables
5
delet · eriou · sness · es
Letters
17
d · e · l · e · t · e · r · i · o · u · s · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “deleteriousnesses”
The word “deleteriousnesses” contains 5 syllables, divided as delet · eriou · sness · es. It has 17 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deleteriousnesses" have?
"deleteriousnesses" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "deleteriousnesses" into syllables?
"deleteriousnesses" is divided into syllables as: delet · eriou · sness · es.
What is the Scrabble score for "deleteriousnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "deleteriousnesses" is 18 points.
Using “deleteriousnesses” in writing
"deleteriousnesses" (delet · eriou · sness · 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, “deleteriousnesses” 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.