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How many syllables in “haleness”?

3

syllables in "haleness"

haleness
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Word details

Syllables

3

ha · le · ness

Letters

8

h · a · l · e · n · e · s · s

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

h4
a1
l1
e1
n1
e1
s1
s1

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About the word “haleness

The word haleness contains 3 syllables, divided as ha · le · ness. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "haleness" have?

"haleness" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "haleness" into syllables?

"haleness" is divided into syllables as: ha · le · ness.

What is the Scrabble score for "haleness"?

The Scrabble score for "haleness" is 11 points.

Using “haleness” in writing

Three-syllable words like "haleness" (ha · le · 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, haleness 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.

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