How many syllables in “obdurateness”?
syllables in "obdurateness"
Word details
Syllables
5
ob · du · ra · te · ness
Letters
12
o · b · d · u · r · a · t · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “obdurateness”
The word “obdurateness” contains 5 syllables, divided as ob · du · ra · te · ness. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "obdurateness" have?
"obdurateness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "obdurateness" into syllables?
"obdurateness" is divided into syllables as: ob · du · ra · te · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "obdurateness"?
The Scrabble score for "obdurateness" is 15 points.
Using “obdurateness” in writing
"obdurateness" (ob · du · ra · te · ness) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “obdurateness” 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.