How many syllables in “flawlessness”?
syllables in "flawlessness"
Word details
Syllables
3
flaw · les · sness
Letters
12
f · l · a · w · l · e · s · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “flawlessness”
The word “flawlessness” contains 3 syllables, divided as flaw · les · sness. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flawlessness" have?
"flawlessness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "flawlessness" into syllables?
"flawlessness" is divided into syllables as: flaw · les · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "flawlessness"?
The Scrabble score for "flawlessness" is 18 points.
Using “flawlessness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "flawlessness" (flaw · les · sness) 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, “flawlessness” 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.