How many syllables in “excusableness”?
syllables in "excusableness"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · cu · sa · ble · ness
Letters
13
e · x · c · u · s · a · b · l · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “excusableness”
The word “excusableness” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · cu · sa · ble · ness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "excusableness" have?
"excusableness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "excusableness" into syllables?
"excusableness" is divided into syllables as: ex · cu · sa · ble · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "excusableness"?
The Scrabble score for "excusableness" is 24 points.
Using “excusableness” in writing
"excusableness" (ex · cu · sa · ble · 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, “excusableness” 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.