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How many syllables in “needfulness”?

3

syllables in "needfulness"

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Word details

Syllables

3

need · ful · ness

Letters

11

n · e · e · d · f · u · l · n · e · s · s

Scrabble

15

points

Scrabble letter values

n1
e1
e1
d2
f4
u1
l1
n1
e1
s1
s1

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About the word “needfulness

The word needfulness contains 3 syllables, divided as need · ful · ness. It has 11 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "needfulness" have?

"needfulness" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "needfulness" into syllables?

"needfulness" is divided into syllables as: need · ful · ness.

What is the Scrabble score for "needfulness"?

The Scrabble score for "needfulness" is 15 points.

Using “needfulness” in writing

Three-syllable words like "needfulness" (need · ful · ness) 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, needfulness 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.

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