How many syllables in “ingeniousness”?
syllables in "ingeniousness"
Word details
Syllables
4
ingen · iousn · ess
Letters
13
i · n · g · e · n · i · o · u · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
14
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About the word “ingeniousness”
The word “ingeniousness” contains 4 syllables, divided as ingen · iousn · ess. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ingeniousness" have?
"ingeniousness" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "ingeniousness" into syllables?
"ingeniousness" is divided into syllables as: ingen · iousn · ess.
What is the Scrabble score for "ingeniousness"?
The Scrabble score for "ingeniousness" is 14 points.
Using “ingeniousness” in writing
Four-syllable words like "ingeniousness" (ingen · iousn · ess) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “ingeniousness” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.