How many syllables in “mercenariness”?
syllables in "mercenariness"
Word details
Syllables
5
mer · ce · na · ri · ness
Letters
13
m · e · r · c · e · n · a · r · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “mercenariness”
The word “mercenariness” contains 5 syllables, divided as mer · ce · na · ri · ness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mercenariness" have?
"mercenariness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "mercenariness" into syllables?
"mercenariness" is divided into syllables as: mer · ce · na · ri · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "mercenariness"?
The Scrabble score for "mercenariness" is 17 points.
Using “mercenariness” in writing
"mercenariness" (mer · ce · na · ri · ness) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “mercenariness” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.