How many syllables in “openhandedness”?
syllables in "openhandedness"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · pen · han · ded · ness
Letters
14
o · p · e · n · h · a · n · d · e · d · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “openhandedness”
The word “openhandedness” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · pen · han · ded · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "openhandedness" have?
"openhandedness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "openhandedness" into syllables?
"openhandedness" is divided into syllables as: o · pen · han · ded · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "openhandedness"?
The Scrabble score for "openhandedness" is 21 points.
Using “openhandedness” in writing
"openhandedness" (o · pen · han · ded · 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, “openhandedness” 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.