How many syllables in “ignominiousness”?
syllables in "ignominiousness"
Word details
Syllables
5
igno · mini · ousn · ess
Letters
15
i · g · n · o · m · i · n · i · o · u · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “ignominiousness”
The word “ignominiousness” contains 5 syllables, divided as igno · mini · ousn · ess. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ignominiousness" have?
"ignominiousness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ignominiousness" into syllables?
"ignominiousness" is divided into syllables as: igno · mini · ousn · ess.
What is the Scrabble score for "ignominiousness"?
The Scrabble score for "ignominiousness" is 18 points.
Using “ignominiousness” in writing
"ignominiousness" (igno · mini · ousn · ess) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “ignominiousness” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.