How many syllables in “patness”?
syllables in "patness"
Word details
Syllables
2
pat · ness
Letters
7
p · a · t · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “patness”
The word “patness” contains 2 syllables, divided as pat · ness. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "patness" have?
"patness" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "patness" into syllables?
"patness" is divided into syllables as: pat · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "patness"?
The Scrabble score for "patness" is 9 points.
Using “patness” in writing
Two-syllable words like "patness" (pat · ness) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “patness” is worth 9 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.
Anagrams of “patness”
The letters in “patness” can be rearranged to spell one other word: aptness.