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How many syllables in “hoarsenesses”?

3

syllables in "hoarsenesses"

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Word details

Syllables

3

hoar · sene · sses

Letters

12

h · o · a · r · s · e · n · e · s · s · e · s

Scrabble

15

points

Scrabble letter values

h4
o1
a1
r1
s1
e1
n1
e1
s1
s1
e1
s1

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About the word “hoarsenesses

The word hoarsenesses contains 3 syllables, divided as hoar · sene · sses. It has 12 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "hoarsenesses" have?

"hoarsenesses" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "hoarsenesses" into syllables?

"hoarsenesses" is divided into syllables as: hoar · sene · sses.

What is the Scrabble score for "hoarsenesses"?

The Scrabble score for "hoarsenesses" is 15 points.

Using “hoarsenesses” in writing

Three-syllable words like "hoarsenesses" (hoar · sene · sses) 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, hoarsenesses 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.

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