How many syllables in “evasiveness”?
syllables in "evasiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · va · si · ve · ness
Letters
11
e · v · a · s · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “evasiveness”
The word “evasiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · va · si · ve · ness. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "evasiveness" have?
"evasiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "evasiveness" into syllables?
"evasiveness" is divided into syllables as: e · va · si · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "evasiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "evasiveness" is 17 points.
Using “evasiveness” in writing
"evasiveness" (e · va · 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, “evasiveness” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.