How many syllables in “illusiveness”?
syllables in "illusiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
il · lu · si · ve · ness
Letters
12
i · l · l · u · s · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “illusiveness”
The word “illusiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as il · lu · si · ve · ness. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "illusiveness" have?
"illusiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "illusiveness" into syllables?
"illusiveness" is divided into syllables as: il · lu · si · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "illusiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "illusiveness" is 15 points.
Using “illusiveness” in writing
"illusiveness" (il · lu · si · ve · ness) 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, “illusiveness” 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.