How many syllables in “meretriciousnesses”?
syllables in "meretriciousnesses"
Word details
Syllables
5
meret · ricio · usnes · ses
Letters
18
m · e · r · e · t · r · i · c · i · o · u · s · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “meretriciousnesses”
The word “meretriciousnesses” contains 5 syllables, divided as meret · ricio · usnes · ses. It has 18 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "meretriciousnesses" have?
"meretriciousnesses" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "meretriciousnesses" into syllables?
"meretriciousnesses" is divided into syllables as: meret · ricio · usnes · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "meretriciousnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "meretriciousnesses" is 22 points.
Using “meretriciousnesses” in writing
"meretriciousnesses" (meret · ricio · usnes · ses) 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, “meretriciousnesses” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.