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How many syllables in “fleetnesses”?

2

syllables in "fleetnesses"

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Word details

Syllables

2

fleetn · esses

Letters

11

f · l · e · e · t · n · e · s · s · e · s

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

f4
l1
e1
e1
t1
n1
e1
s1
s1
e1
s1

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About the word “fleetnesses

The word fleetnesses contains 2 syllables, divided as fleetn · esses. It has 11 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "fleetnesses" have?

"fleetnesses" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "fleetnesses" into syllables?

"fleetnesses" is divided into syllables as: fleetn · esses.

What is the Scrabble score for "fleetnesses"?

The Scrabble score for "fleetnesses" is 14 points.

Using “fleetnesses” in writing

Two-syllable words like "fleetnesses" (fleetn · esses) 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, fleetnesses is worth 14 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.

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