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How many syllables in “lacinesses”?

3

syllables in "lacinesses"

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Word details

Syllables

3

laci · ness · es

Letters

10

l · a · c · i · n · e · s · s · e · s

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

l1
a1
c3
i1
n1
e1
s1
s1
e1
s1

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About the word “lacinesses

The word lacinesses contains 3 syllables, divided as laci · ness · es. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "lacinesses" have?

"lacinesses" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "lacinesses" into syllables?

"lacinesses" is divided into syllables as: laci · ness · es.

What is the Scrabble score for "lacinesses"?

The Scrabble score for "lacinesses" is 12 points.

Using “lacinesses” in writing

Three-syllable words like "lacinesses" (laci · ness · es) 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, lacinesses is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.

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