How many syllables in “laboriousnesses”?
syllables in "laboriousnesses"
Word details
Syllables
4
labor · iousn · esses
Letters
15
l · a · b · o · r · i · o · u · s · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “laboriousnesses”
The word “laboriousnesses” contains 4 syllables, divided as labor · iousn · esses. It has 15 letters.
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How many syllables does "laboriousnesses" have?
"laboriousnesses" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "laboriousnesses" into syllables?
"laboriousnesses" is divided into syllables as: labor · iousn · esses.
What is the Scrabble score for "laboriousnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "laboriousnesses" is 17 points.
Using “laboriousnesses” in writing
Four-syllable words like "laboriousnesses" (labor · iousn · esses) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “laboriousnesses” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.