How many syllables in “patnesses”?
syllables in "patnesses"
Word details
Syllables
2
patne · sses
Letters
9
p · a · t · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “patnesses”
The word “patnesses” contains 2 syllables, divided as patne · sses. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "patnesses" have?
"patnesses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "patnesses" into syllables?
"patnesses" is divided into syllables as: patne · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "patnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "patnesses" is 11 points.
Using “patnesses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "patnesses" (patne · sses) 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, “patnesses” is worth 11 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 “patnesses”
The letters in “patnesses” can be rearranged to spell one other word: aptnesses.