How many syllables in “landlessness”?
syllables in "landlessness"
Word details
Syllables
3
lan · dles · sness
Letters
12
l · a · n · d · l · e · s · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
13
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About the word “landlessness”
The word “landlessness” contains 3 syllables, divided as lan · dles · sness. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "landlessness" have?
"landlessness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "landlessness" into syllables?
"landlessness" is divided into syllables as: lan · dles · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "landlessness"?
The Scrabble score for "landlessness" is 13 points.
Using “landlessness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "landlessness" (lan · dles · sness) 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, “landlessness” is worth 13 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.