How many syllables in “jauntinesses”?
syllables in "jauntinesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
jaun · tine · sses
Letters
12
j · a · u · n · t · i · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “jauntinesses”
The word “jauntinesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as jaun · tine · sses. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "jauntinesses" have?
"jauntinesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "jauntinesses" into syllables?
"jauntinesses" is divided into syllables as: jaun · tine · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "jauntinesses"?
The Scrabble score for "jauntinesses" is 19 points.
Using “jauntinesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "jauntinesses" (jaun · tine · sses) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “jauntinesses” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.