How many syllables in “hokeyness”?
syllables in "hokeyness"
Word details
Syllables
3
ho · key · ness
Letters
9
h · o · k · e · y · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “hokeyness”
The word “hokeyness” contains 3 syllables, divided as ho · key · ness. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hokeyness" have?
"hokeyness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hokeyness" into syllables?
"hokeyness" is divided into syllables as: ho · key · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "hokeyness"?
The Scrabble score for "hokeyness" is 19 points.
Using “hokeyness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hokeyness" (ho · key · 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, “hokeyness” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.