How many syllables in “joyousness”?
syllables in "joyousness"
Word details
Syllables
2
joyou · sness
Letters
10
j · o · y · o · u · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “joyousness”
The word “joyousness” contains 2 syllables, divided as joyou · sness. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "joyousness" have?
"joyousness" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "joyousness" into syllables?
"joyousness" is divided into syllables as: joyou · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "joyousness"?
The Scrabble score for "joyousness" is 20 points.
Using “joyousness” in writing
Two-syllable words like "joyousness" (joyou · sness) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “joyousness” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.