How many syllables in “knowingnesses”?
syllables in "knowingnesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
knowi · ngnes · ses
Letters
13
k · n · o · w · i · n · g · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “knowingnesses”
The word “knowingnesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as knowi · ngnes · ses. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "knowingnesses" have?
"knowingnesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "knowingnesses" into syllables?
"knowingnesses" is divided into syllables as: knowi · ngnes · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "knowingnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "knowingnesses" is 21 points.
Using “knowingnesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "knowingnesses" (knowi · ngnes · ses) 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, “knowingnesses” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.