How many syllables in “mournfulnesses”?
syllables in "mournfulnesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
mourn · fulne · sses
Letters
14
m · o · u · r · n · f · u · l · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “mournfulnesses”
The word “mournfulnesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as mourn · fulne · sses. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mournfulnesses" have?
"mournfulnesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "mournfulnesses" into syllables?
"mournfulnesses" is divided into syllables as: mourn · fulne · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "mournfulnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "mournfulnesses" is 19 points.
Using “mournfulnesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "mournfulnesses" (mourn · fulne · sses) 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, “mournfulnesses” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.