How many syllables in “interestingness”?
syllables in "interestingness"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · te · re · stin · gness
Letters
15
i · n · t · e · r · e · s · t · i · n · g · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “interestingness”
The word “interestingness” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · te · re · stin · gness. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "interestingness" have?
"interestingness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "interestingness" into syllables?
"interestingness" is divided into syllables as: in · te · re · stin · gness.
What is the Scrabble score for "interestingness"?
The Scrabble score for "interestingness" is 16 points.
Using “interestingness” in writing
"interestingness" (in · te · re · stin · gness) 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, “interestingness” 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.