How many syllables in “intensiveness”?
syllables in "intensiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · ten · si · ve · ness
Letters
13
i · n · t · e · n · s · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “intensiveness”
The word “intensiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · ten · si · ve · ness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intensiveness" have?
"intensiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intensiveness" into syllables?
"intensiveness" is divided into syllables as: in · ten · si · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "intensiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "intensiveness" is 16 points.
Using “intensiveness” in writing
"intensiveness" (in · ten · 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, “intensiveness” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.