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