How many syllables in “ongoingness”?
syllables in "ongoingness"
Word details
Syllables
3
on · goin · gness
Letters
11
o · n · g · o · i · n · g · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “ongoingness”
The word “ongoingness” contains 3 syllables, divided as on · goin · gness. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ongoingness" have?
"ongoingness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "ongoingness" into syllables?
"ongoingness" is divided into syllables as: on · goin · gness.
What is the Scrabble score for "ongoingness"?
The Scrabble score for "ongoingness" is 13 points.
Using “ongoingness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "ongoingness" (on · goin · gness) 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, “ongoingness” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.