How many syllables in “friendlessnesses”?
syllables in "friendlessnesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
friend · lessne · sses
Letters
16
f · r · i · e · n · d · l · e · s · s · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
20
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “friendlessnesses”
The word “friendlessnesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as friend · lessne · sses. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "friendlessnesses" have?
"friendlessnesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "friendlessnesses" into syllables?
"friendlessnesses" is divided into syllables as: friend · lessne · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "friendlessnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "friendlessnesses" is 20 points.
Using “friendlessnesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "friendlessnesses" (friend · lessne · sses) 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, “friendlessnesses” 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.