How many syllables in “doubtlessness”?
syllables in "doubtlessness"
Word details
Syllables
3
doub · tles · sness
Letters
13
d · o · u · b · t · l · e · s · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “doubtlessness”
The word “doubtlessness” contains 3 syllables, divided as doub · tles · sness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "doubtlessness" have?
"doubtlessness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "doubtlessness" into syllables?
"doubtlessness" is divided into syllables as: doub · tles · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "doubtlessness"?
The Scrabble score for "doubtlessness" is 16 points.
Using “doubtlessness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "doubtlessness" (doub · tles · sness) 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, “doubtlessness” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.