How many syllables in “heinousness”?
syllables in "heinousness"
Word details
Syllables
3
hei · nou · sness
Letters
11
h · e · i · n · o · u · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “heinousness”
The word “heinousness” contains 3 syllables, divided as hei · nou · sness. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "heinousness" have?
"heinousness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "heinousness" into syllables?
"heinousness" is divided into syllables as: hei · nou · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "heinousness"?
The Scrabble score for "heinousness" is 14 points.
Using “heinousness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "heinousness" (hei · nou · sness) 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, “heinousness” is worth 14 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.