How many syllables in “furtivenesses”?
syllables in "furtivenesses"
Word details
Syllables
4
furt · iven · esse · s
Letters
13
f · u · r · t · i · v · e · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “furtivenesses”
The word “furtivenesses” contains 4 syllables, divided as furt · iven · esse · s. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "furtivenesses" have?
"furtivenesses" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "furtivenesses" into syllables?
"furtivenesses" is divided into syllables as: furt · iven · esse · s.
What is the Scrabble score for "furtivenesses"?
The Scrabble score for "furtivenesses" is 19 points.
Using “furtivenesses” in writing
Four-syllable words like "furtivenesses" (furt · iven · esse · s) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “furtivenesses” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.