How many syllables in “hideousness”?
syllables in "hideousness"
Word details
Syllables
3
hideou · sness
Letters
11
h · i · d · e · o · u · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “hideousness”
The word “hideousness” contains 3 syllables, divided as hideou · sness. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hideousness" have?
"hideousness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hideousness" into syllables?
"hideousness" is divided into syllables as: hideou · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "hideousness"?
The Scrabble score for "hideousness" is 15 points.
Using “hideousness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hideousness" (hideou · 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, “hideousness” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.