How many syllables in “madnesses”?
syllables in "madnesses"
Word details
Syllables
2
madne · sses
Letters
9
m · a · d · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “madnesses”
The word “madnesses” contains 2 syllables, divided as madne · sses. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "madnesses" have?
"madnesses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "madnesses" into syllables?
"madnesses" is divided into syllables as: madne · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "madnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "madnesses" is 12 points.
Using “madnesses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "madnesses" (madne · sses) 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, “madnesses” is worth 12 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.