How many syllables in “greatness”?
syllables in "greatness"
Word details
Syllables
2
great · ness
Letters
9
g · r · e · a · t · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “greatness”
The word “greatness” contains 2 syllables, divided as great · ness. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "greatness" have?
"greatness" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "greatness" into syllables?
"greatness" is divided into syllables as: great · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "greatness"?
The Scrabble score for "greatness" is 10 points.
Using “greatness” in writing
Two-syllable words like "greatness" (great · ness) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “greatness” is worth 10 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.
Anagrams of “greatness”
The letters in “greatness” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: estranges, sergeants.