How many syllables in “drollness”?
syllables in "drollness"
Word details
Syllables
2
drol · lness
Letters
9
d · r · o · l · l · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “drollness”
The word “drollness” contains 2 syllables, divided as drol · lness. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "drollness" have?
"drollness" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "drollness" into syllables?
"drollness" is divided into syllables as: drol · lness.
What is the Scrabble score for "drollness"?
The Scrabble score for "drollness" is 10 points.
Using “drollness” in writing
Two-syllable words like "drollness" (drol · lness) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “drollness” is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.