How many syllables in “illnesses”?
syllables in "illnesses"
Word details
Syllables
2
illne · sses
Letters
9
i · l · l · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “illnesses”
The word “illnesses” contains 2 syllables, divided as illne · sses. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "illnesses" have?
"illnesses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "illnesses" into syllables?
"illnesses" is divided into syllables as: illne · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "illnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "illnesses" is 9 points.
Using “illnesses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "illnesses" (illne · sses) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “illnesses” is worth 9 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.