How many syllables in “finickinesses”?
syllables in "finickinesses"
Word details
Syllables
4
fini · ckin · esse · s
Letters
13
f · i · n · i · c · k · i · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
22
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About the word “finickinesses”
The word “finickinesses” contains 4 syllables, divided as fini · ckin · esse · s. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "finickinesses" have?
"finickinesses" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "finickinesses" into syllables?
"finickinesses" is divided into syllables as: fini · ckin · esse · s.
What is the Scrabble score for "finickinesses"?
The Scrabble score for "finickinesses" is 22 points.
Using “finickinesses” in writing
Four-syllable words like "finickinesses" (fini · ckin · esse · s) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “finickinesses” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.