How many syllables in “desultoriness”?
syllables in "desultoriness"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · sul · to · ri · ness
Letters
13
d · e · s · u · l · t · o · r · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
14
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About the word “desultoriness”
The word “desultoriness” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · sul · to · ri · ness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "desultoriness" have?
"desultoriness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "desultoriness" into syllables?
"desultoriness" is divided into syllables as: de · sul · to · ri · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "desultoriness"?
The Scrabble score for "desultoriness" is 14 points.
Using “desultoriness” in writing
"desultoriness" (de · sul · to · ri · 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, “desultoriness” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.