How many syllables in “obstinatenesses”?
syllables in "obstinatenesses"
Word details
Syllables
5
obs · tin · ate · nes · ses
Letters
15
o · b · s · t · i · n · a · t · e · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “obstinatenesses”
The word “obstinatenesses” contains 5 syllables, divided as obs · tin · ate · nes · ses. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "obstinatenesses" have?
"obstinatenesses" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "obstinatenesses" into syllables?
"obstinatenesses" is divided into syllables as: obs · tin · ate · nes · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "obstinatenesses"?
The Scrabble score for "obstinatenesses" is 17 points.
Using “obstinatenesses” in writing
"obstinatenesses" (obs · tin · ate · nes · ses) 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, “obstinatenesses” 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.