How many syllables in “earnestness”?
syllables in "earnestness"
Word details
Syllables
3
ear · nes · tness
Letters
11
e · a · r · n · e · s · t · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
11
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “earnestness”
The word “earnestness” contains 3 syllables, divided as ear · nes · tness. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "earnestness" have?
"earnestness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "earnestness" into syllables?
"earnestness" is divided into syllables as: ear · nes · tness.
What is the Scrabble score for "earnestness"?
The Scrabble score for "earnestness" is 11 points.
Using “earnestness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "earnestness" (ear · nes · tness) 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, “earnestness” is worth 11 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.