How many syllables in “dewinesses”?
syllables in "dewinesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
dewi · ness · es
Letters
10
d · e · w · i · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
14
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About the word “dewinesses”
The word “dewinesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as dewi · ness · es. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dewinesses" have?
"dewinesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "dewinesses" into syllables?
"dewinesses" is divided into syllables as: dewi · ness · es.
What is the Scrabble score for "dewinesses"?
The Scrabble score for "dewinesses" is 14 points.
Using “dewinesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "dewinesses" (dewi · ness · es) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “dewinesses” 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.
Anagrams of “dewinesses”
The letters in “dewinesses” can be rearranged to spell one other word: widenesses.