How many syllables in “divisiveness”?
syllables in "divisiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · vi · si · ve · ness
Letters
12
d · i · v · i · s · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “divisiveness”
The word “divisiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · vi · si · ve · ness. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "divisiveness" have?
"divisiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "divisiveness" into syllables?
"divisiveness" is divided into syllables as: di · vi · si · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "divisiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "divisiveness" is 19 points.
Using “divisiveness” in writing
"divisiveness" (di · vi · si · ve · 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, “divisiveness” 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.