How many syllables in “fleshiness”?
syllables in "fleshiness"
Word details
Syllables
3
fles · hi · ness
Letters
10
f · l · e · s · h · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “fleshiness”
The word “fleshiness” contains 3 syllables, divided as fles · hi · ness. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fleshiness" have?
"fleshiness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "fleshiness" into syllables?
"fleshiness" is divided into syllables as: fles · hi · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "fleshiness"?
The Scrabble score for "fleshiness" is 16 points.
Using “fleshiness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "fleshiness" (fles · hi · ness) 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, “fleshiness” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.