How many syllables in “intrusiveness”?
syllables in "intrusiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · tru · si · ve · ness
Letters
13
i · n · t · r · u · s · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “intrusiveness”
The word “intrusiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · tru · si · ve · ness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intrusiveness" have?
"intrusiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intrusiveness" into syllables?
"intrusiveness" is divided into syllables as: in · tru · si · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "intrusiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "intrusiveness" is 16 points.
Using “intrusiveness” in writing
"intrusiveness" (in · tru · 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, “intrusiveness” 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.