How many syllables in “gameness”?
syllables in "gameness"
Word details
Syllables
3
ga · me · ness
Letters
8
g · a · m · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “gameness”
The word “gameness” contains 3 syllables, divided as ga · me · ness. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gameness" have?
"gameness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "gameness" into syllables?
"gameness" is divided into syllables as: ga · me · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "gameness"?
The Scrabble score for "gameness" is 11 points.
Using “gameness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "gameness" (ga · me · 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, “gameness” is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.