How many syllables in “despitefulness”?
syllables in "despitefulness"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · spi · te · ful · ness
Letters
14
d · e · s · p · i · t · e · f · u · l · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “despitefulness”
The word “despitefulness” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · spi · te · ful · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "despitefulness" have?
"despitefulness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "despitefulness" into syllables?
"despitefulness" is divided into syllables as: de · spi · te · ful · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "despitefulness"?
The Scrabble score for "despitefulness" is 20 points.
Using “despitefulness” in writing
"despitefulness" (de · spi · te · ful · 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, “despitefulness” 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.