How many syllables in “distastefulnesses”?
syllables in "distastefulnesses"
Word details
Syllables
5
dist · aste · fuln · esse · s
Letters
17
d · i · s · t · a · s · t · e · f · u · l · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “distastefulnesses”
The word “distastefulnesses” contains 5 syllables, divided as dist · aste · fuln · esse · s. It has 17 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "distastefulnesses" have?
"distastefulnesses" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "distastefulnesses" into syllables?
"distastefulnesses" is divided into syllables as: dist · aste · fuln · esse · s.
What is the Scrabble score for "distastefulnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "distastefulnesses" is 21 points.
Using “distastefulnesses” in writing
"distastefulnesses" (dist · aste · fuln · esse · s) 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, “distastefulnesses” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.