How many syllables in “disingenuousness”?
syllables in "disingenuousness"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · sin · ge · nuou · sness
Letters
16
d · i · s · i · n · g · e · n · u · o · u · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “disingenuousness”
The word “disingenuousness” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · sin · ge · nuou · sness. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "disingenuousness" have?
"disingenuousness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "disingenuousness" into syllables?
"disingenuousness" is divided into syllables as: di · sin · ge · nuou · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "disingenuousness"?
The Scrabble score for "disingenuousness" is 18 points.
Using “disingenuousness” in writing
"disingenuousness" (di · sin · ge · nuou · sness) 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, “disingenuousness” 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.