How many syllables in “effusiveness”?
syllables in "effusiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
ef · fu · si · ve · ness
Letters
12
e · f · f · u · s · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “effusiveness”
The word “effusiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as ef · fu · si · ve · ness. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "effusiveness" have?
"effusiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "effusiveness" into syllables?
"effusiveness" is divided into syllables as: ef · fu · si · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "effusiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "effusiveness" is 21 points.
Using “effusiveness” in writing
"effusiveness" (ef · fu · si · 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, “effusiveness” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.