How many syllables in “doubtfulness”?
syllables in "doubtfulness"
Word details
Syllables
3
doub · tful · ness
Letters
12
d · o · u · b · t · f · u · l · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “doubtfulness”
The word “doubtfulness” contains 3 syllables, divided as doub · tful · ness. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "doubtfulness" have?
"doubtfulness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "doubtfulness" into syllables?
"doubtfulness" is divided into syllables as: doub · tful · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "doubtfulness"?
The Scrabble score for "doubtfulness" is 18 points.
Using “doubtfulness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "doubtfulness" (doub · tful · ness) 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, “doubtfulness” 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.