How many syllables in “lustfulness”?
syllables in "lustfulness"
Word details
Syllables
3
lus · tful · ness
Letters
11
l · u · s · t · f · u · l · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
14
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About the word “lustfulness”
The word “lustfulness” contains 3 syllables, divided as lus · tful · ness. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lustfulness" have?
"lustfulness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "lustfulness" into syllables?
"lustfulness" is divided into syllables as: lus · tful · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "lustfulness"?
The Scrabble score for "lustfulness" is 14 points.
Using “lustfulness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "lustfulness" (lus · tful · 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, “lustfulness” 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.