How many syllables in “despicableness”?
syllables in "despicableness"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · spi · ca · ble · ness
Letters
14
d · e · s · p · i · c · a · b · l · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “despicableness”
The word “despicableness” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · spi · ca · ble · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "despicableness" have?
"despicableness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "despicableness" into syllables?
"despicableness" is divided into syllables as: de · spi · ca · ble · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "despicableness"?
The Scrabble score for "despicableness" is 21 points.
Using “despicableness” in writing
"despicableness" (de · spi · ca · ble · 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, “despicableness” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.