How many syllables in “pervasiveness”?
syllables in "pervasiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
per · va · si · ve · ness
Letters
13
p · e · r · v · a · s · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “pervasiveness”
The word “pervasiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as per · va · si · ve · ness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pervasiveness" have?
"pervasiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "pervasiveness" into syllables?
"pervasiveness" is divided into syllables as: per · va · si · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "pervasiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "pervasiveness" is 21 points.
Using “pervasiveness” in writing
"pervasiveness" (per · va · si · 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, “pervasiveness” 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.