How many syllables in “offishnesses”?
syllables in "offishnesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
offi · shne · sses
Letters
12
o · f · f · i · s · h · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
21
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About the word “offishnesses”
The word “offishnesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as offi · shne · sses. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "offishnesses" have?
"offishnesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "offishnesses" into syllables?
"offishnesses" is divided into syllables as: offi · shne · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "offishnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "offishnesses" is 21 points.
Using “offishnesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "offishnesses" (offi · shne · sses) 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, “offishnesses” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.