How many syllables in “knowingness”?
syllables in "knowingness"
Word details
Syllables
3
kno · win · gness
Letters
11
k · n · o · w · i · n · g · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “knowingness”
The word “knowingness” contains 3 syllables, divided as kno · win · gness. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "knowingness" have?
"knowingness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "knowingness" into syllables?
"knowingness" is divided into syllables as: kno · win · gness.
What is the Scrabble score for "knowingness"?
The Scrabble score for "knowingness" is 19 points.
Using “knowingness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "knowingness" (kno · win · gness) 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, “knowingness” 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.