How many syllables in “incompleteness”?
syllables in "incompleteness"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · com · ple · te · ness
Letters
14
i · n · c · o · m · p · l · e · t · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “incompleteness”
The word “incompleteness” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · com · ple · te · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "incompleteness" have?
"incompleteness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "incompleteness" into syllables?
"incompleteness" is divided into syllables as: in · com · ple · te · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "incompleteness"?
The Scrabble score for "incompleteness" is 20 points.
Using “incompleteness” in writing
"incompleteness" (in · com · ple · te · 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, “incompleteness” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.