How many syllables in “pestiferousness”?
syllables in "pestiferousness"
Word details
Syllables
5
pe · sti · fe · rou · sness
Letters
15
p · e · s · t · i · f · e · r · o · u · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “pestiferousness”
The word “pestiferousness” contains 5 syllables, divided as pe · sti · fe · rou · sness. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pestiferousness" have?
"pestiferousness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "pestiferousness" into syllables?
"pestiferousness" is divided into syllables as: pe · sti · fe · rou · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "pestiferousness"?
The Scrabble score for "pestiferousness" is 20 points.
Using “pestiferousness” in writing
"pestiferousness" (pe · sti · fe · rou · sness) 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, “pestiferousness” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.