How many syllables in “personableness”?
syllables in "personableness"
Word details
Syllables
5
per · so · na · ble · ness
Letters
14
p · e · r · s · o · n · a · b · l · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “personableness”
The word “personableness” contains 5 syllables, divided as per · so · na · ble · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "personableness" have?
"personableness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "personableness" into syllables?
"personableness" is divided into syllables as: per · so · na · ble · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "personableness"?
The Scrabble score for "personableness" is 18 points.
Using “personableness” in writing
"personableness" (per · so · na · ble · 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, “personableness” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.