How many syllables in “meretriciousness”?
syllables in "meretriciousness"
Word details
Syllables
5
mere · tric · ious · ness
Letters
16
m · e · r · e · t · r · i · c · i · o · u · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “meretriciousness”
The word “meretriciousness” contains 5 syllables, divided as mere · tric · ious · ness. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "meretriciousness" have?
"meretriciousness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "meretriciousness" into syllables?
"meretriciousness" is divided into syllables as: mere · tric · ious · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "meretriciousness"?
The Scrabble score for "meretriciousness" is 20 points.
Using “meretriciousness” in writing
"meretriciousness" (mere · tric · ious · 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, “meretriciousness” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.