How many syllables in “oozinesses”?
syllables in "oozinesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
oozi · ness · es
Letters
10
o · o · z · i · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “oozinesses”
The word “oozinesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as oozi · ness · es. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oozinesses" have?
"oozinesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "oozinesses" into syllables?
"oozinesses" is divided into syllables as: oozi · ness · es.
What is the Scrabble score for "oozinesses"?
The Scrabble score for "oozinesses" is 19 points.
Using “oozinesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "oozinesses" (oozi · ness · es) 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, “oozinesses” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.