How many syllables in “incisiveness”?
syllables in "incisiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · ci · si · ve · ness
Letters
12
i · n · c · i · s · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “incisiveness”
The word “incisiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · ci · si · ve · ness. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "incisiveness" have?
"incisiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "incisiveness" into syllables?
"incisiveness" is divided into syllables as: in · ci · si · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "incisiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "incisiveness" is 17 points.
Using “incisiveness” in writing
"incisiveness" (in · ci · 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, “incisiveness” 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.