How many syllables in “limberness”?
syllables in "limberness"
Word details
Syllables
3
lim · ber · ness
Letters
10
l · i · m · b · e · r · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
14
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About the word “limberness”
The word “limberness” contains 3 syllables, divided as lim · ber · ness. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "limberness" have?
"limberness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "limberness" into syllables?
"limberness" is divided into syllables as: lim · ber · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "limberness"?
The Scrabble score for "limberness" is 14 points.
Using “limberness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "limberness" (lim · ber · ness) 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, “limberness” is worth 14 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.