How many syllables in “nabobesses”?
syllables in "nabobesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
nabo · bess · es
Letters
10
n · a · b · o · b · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
14
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About the word “nabobesses”
The word “nabobesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as nabo · bess · es. It has 10 letters.
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How many syllables does "nabobesses" have?
"nabobesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "nabobesses" into syllables?
"nabobesses" is divided into syllables as: nabo · bess · es.
What is the Scrabble score for "nabobesses"?
The Scrabble score for "nabobesses" is 14 points.
Using “nabobesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "nabobesses" (nabo · bess · es) 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, “nabobesses” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.