How many syllables in “lamentableness”?
syllables in "lamentableness"
Word details
Syllables
5
la · men · ta · ble · ness
Letters
14
l · a · m · e · n · t · a · b · l · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “lamentableness”
The word “lamentableness” contains 5 syllables, divided as la · men · ta · ble · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lamentableness" have?
"lamentableness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "lamentableness" into syllables?
"lamentableness" is divided into syllables as: la · men · ta · ble · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "lamentableness"?
The Scrabble score for "lamentableness" is 18 points.
Using “lamentableness” in writing
"lamentableness" (la · men · ta · ble · ness) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “lamentableness” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.