How many syllables in “lushnesses”?
syllables in "lushnesses"
Word details
Syllables
2
lushn · esses
Letters
10
l · u · s · h · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “lushnesses”
The word “lushnesses” contains 2 syllables, divided as lushn · esses. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lushnesses" have?
"lushnesses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lushnesses" into syllables?
"lushnesses" is divided into syllables as: lushn · esses.
What is the Scrabble score for "lushnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "lushnesses" is 13 points.
Using “lushnesses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lushnesses" (lushn · esses) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “lushnesses” 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.