How many syllables in “distastefulness”?
syllables in "distastefulness"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · sta · ste · ful · ness
Letters
15
d · i · s · t · a · s · t · e · f · u · l · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “distastefulness”
The word “distastefulness” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · sta · ste · ful · ness. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "distastefulness" have?
"distastefulness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "distastefulness" into syllables?
"distastefulness" is divided into syllables as: di · sta · ste · ful · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "distastefulness"?
The Scrabble score for "distastefulness" is 19 points.
Using “distastefulness” in writing
"distastefulness" (di · sta · ste · 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, “distastefulness” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.