How many syllables in “effectiveness”?
syllables in "effectiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
ef · fec · ti · ve · ness
Letters
13
e · f · f · e · c · t · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “effectiveness”
The word “effectiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as ef · fec · ti · ve · ness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "effectiveness" have?
"effectiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "effectiveness" into syllables?
"effectiveness" is divided into syllables as: ef · fec · ti · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "effectiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "effectiveness" is 24 points.
Using “effectiveness” in writing
"effectiveness" (ef · fec · ti · 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, “effectiveness” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.