How many syllables in “obstructiveness”?
syllables in "obstructiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
ob · struc · ti · ve · ness
Letters
15
o · b · s · t · r · u · c · t · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “obstructiveness”
The word “obstructiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as ob · struc · ti · ve · ness. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "obstructiveness" have?
"obstructiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "obstructiveness" into syllables?
"obstructiveness" is divided into syllables as: ob · struc · ti · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "obstructiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "obstructiveness" is 22 points.
Using “obstructiveness” in writing
"obstructiveness" (ob · struc · ti · ve · 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, “obstructiveness” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.