How many syllables in “impressiveness”?
syllables in "impressiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
im · pres · si · ve · ness
Letters
14
i · m · p · r · e · s · s · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “impressiveness”
The word “impressiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as im · pres · si · ve · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "impressiveness" have?
"impressiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "impressiveness" into syllables?
"impressiveness" is divided into syllables as: im · pres · si · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "impressiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "impressiveness" is 21 points.
Using “impressiveness” in writing
"impressiveness" (im · pres · 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, “impressiveness” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “impressiveness”
The letters in “impressiveness” can be rearranged to spell one other word: permissiveness.