How many syllables in “nothingnesses”?
syllables in "nothingnesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
nothi · ngnes · ses
Letters
13
n · o · t · h · i · n · g · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “nothingnesses”
The word “nothingnesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as nothi · ngnes · ses. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nothingnesses" have?
"nothingnesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "nothingnesses" into syllables?
"nothingnesses" is divided into syllables as: nothi · ngnes · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "nothingnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "nothingnesses" is 17 points.
Using “nothingnesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "nothingnesses" (nothi · ngnes · 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, “nothingnesses” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.