How many syllables in “nervousnesses”?
syllables in "nervousnesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
nervo · usnes · ses
Letters
13
n · e · r · v · o · u · s · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “nervousnesses”
The word “nervousnesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as nervo · usnes · ses. It has 13 letters.
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How many syllables does "nervousnesses" have?
"nervousnesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "nervousnesses" into syllables?
"nervousnesses" is divided into syllables as: nervo · usnes · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "nervousnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "nervousnesses" is 16 points.
Using “nervousnesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "nervousnesses" (nervo · usnes · ses) 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, “nervousnesses” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.