How many syllables in “mindlessness”?
syllables in "mindlessness"
Word details
Syllables
3
min · dles · sness
Letters
12
m · i · n · d · l · e · s · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “mindlessness”
The word “mindlessness” contains 3 syllables, divided as min · dles · sness. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mindlessness" have?
"mindlessness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "mindlessness" into syllables?
"mindlessness" is divided into syllables as: min · dles · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "mindlessness"?
The Scrabble score for "mindlessness" is 15 points.
Using “mindlessness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "mindlessness" (min · dles · sness) 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, “mindlessness” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.