How many syllables in “haggardness”?
syllables in "haggardness"
Word details
Syllables
3
hag · gar · dness
Letters
11
h · a · g · g · a · r · d · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “haggardness”
The word “haggardness” contains 3 syllables, divided as hag · gar · dness. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "haggardness" have?
"haggardness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "haggardness" into syllables?
"haggardness" is divided into syllables as: hag · gar · dness.
What is the Scrabble score for "haggardness"?
The Scrabble score for "haggardness" is 17 points.
Using “haggardness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "haggardness" (hag · gar · dness) 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, “haggardness” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.