How many syllables in “impishness”?
syllables in "impishness"
Word details
Syllables
3
im · pis · hness
Letters
10
i · m · p · i · s · h · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “impishness”
The word “impishness” contains 3 syllables, divided as im · pis · hness. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "impishness" have?
"impishness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "impishness" into syllables?
"impishness" is divided into syllables as: im · pis · hness.
What is the Scrabble score for "impishness"?
The Scrabble score for "impishness" is 17 points.
Using “impishness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "impishness" (im · pis · hness) 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, “impishness” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.