How many syllables in “extensiveness”?
syllables in "extensiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · ten · si · ve · ness
Letters
13
e · x · t · e · n · s · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “extensiveness”
The word “extensiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · ten · si · ve · ness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "extensiveness" have?
"extensiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "extensiveness" into syllables?
"extensiveness" is divided into syllables as: ex · ten · si · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "extensiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "extensiveness" is 23 points.
Using “extensiveness” in writing
"extensiveness" (ex · ten · 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, “extensiveness” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.