How many syllables in “fairness”?
syllables in "fairness"
Word details
Syllables
2
fair · ness
Letters
8
f · a · i · r · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “fairness”
The word “fairness” contains 2 syllables, divided as fair · ness. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fairness" have?
"fairness" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "fairness" into syllables?
"fairness" is divided into syllables as: fair · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "fairness"?
The Scrabble score for "fairness" is 11 points.
Using “fairness” in writing
Two-syllable words like "fairness" (fair · ness) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “fairness” is worth 11 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.
Anagrams of “fairness”
The letters in “fairness” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sanserif.