How many syllables in “exactness”?
syllables in "exactness"
Word details
Syllables
3
e · xac · tness
Letters
9
e · x · a · c · t · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “exactness”
The word “exactness” contains 3 syllables, divided as e · xac · tness. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exactness" have?
"exactness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "exactness" into syllables?
"exactness" is divided into syllables as: e · xac · tness.
What is the Scrabble score for "exactness"?
The Scrabble score for "exactness" is 18 points.
Using “exactness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "exactness" (e · xac · 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, “exactness” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “exactness”
The letters in “exactness” can be rearranged to spell one other word: exsecants.