How many syllables in “footlessness”?
syllables in "footlessness"
Word details
Syllables
3
foot · les · sness
Letters
12
f · o · o · t · l · e · s · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “footlessness”
The word “footlessness” contains 3 syllables, divided as foot · les · sness. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "footlessness" have?
"footlessness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "footlessness" into syllables?
"footlessness" is divided into syllables as: foot · les · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "footlessness"?
The Scrabble score for "footlessness" is 15 points.
Using “footlessness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "footlessness" (foot · 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, “footlessness” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.