How many syllables in “hideousnesses”?
syllables in "hideousnesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
hideous · nesses
Letters
13
h · i · d · e · o · u · s · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “hideousnesses”
The word “hideousnesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as hideous · nesses. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hideousnesses" have?
"hideousnesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hideousnesses" into syllables?
"hideousnesses" is divided into syllables as: hideous · nesses.
What is the Scrabble score for "hideousnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "hideousnesses" is 17 points.
Using “hideousnesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hideousnesses" (hideous · nesses) 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, “hideousnesses” 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.