How many syllables in “hominess”?
syllables in "hominess"
Word details
Syllables
3
ho · mi · ness
Letters
8
h · o · m · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “hominess”
The word “hominess” contains 3 syllables, divided as ho · mi · ness. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hominess" have?
"hominess" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hominess" into syllables?
"hominess" is divided into syllables as: ho · mi · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "hominess"?
The Scrabble score for "hominess" is 13 points.
Using “hominess” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hominess" (ho · mi · 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, “hominess” is worth 13 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.
Anagrams of “hominess”
The letters in “hominess” can be rearranged to spell one other word: monishes.