How many syllables in “perfectiveness”?
syllables in "perfectiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
per · fec · ti · ve · ness
Letters
14
p · e · r · f · e · c · t · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “perfectiveness”
The word “perfectiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as per · fec · ti · ve · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "perfectiveness" have?
"perfectiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "perfectiveness" into syllables?
"perfectiveness" is divided into syllables as: per · fec · ti · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "perfectiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "perfectiveness" is 24 points.
Using “perfectiveness” in writing
"perfectiveness" (per · fec · ti · ve · 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, “perfectiveness” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.