How many syllables in “flightinesses”?
syllables in "flightinesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
fligh · tines · ses
Letters
13
f · l · i · g · h · t · i · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “flightinesses”
The word “flightinesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as fligh · tines · ses. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flightinesses" have?
"flightinesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "flightinesses" into syllables?
"flightinesses" is divided into syllables as: fligh · tines · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "flightinesses"?
The Scrabble score for "flightinesses" is 20 points.
Using “flightinesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "flightinesses" (fligh · tines · ses) 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, “flightinesses” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.