How many syllables in “elusiveness”?
syllables in "elusiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · lu · si · ve · ness
Letters
11
e · l · u · s · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
14
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About the word “elusiveness”
The word “elusiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · lu · si · ve · ness. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "elusiveness" have?
"elusiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "elusiveness" into syllables?
"elusiveness" is divided into syllables as: e · lu · si · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "elusiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "elusiveness" is 14 points.
Using “elusiveness” in writing
"elusiveness" (e · lu · 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, “elusiveness” is worth 14 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.