How many syllables in “pettishnesses”?
syllables in "pettishnesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
petti · shnes · ses
Letters
13
p · e · t · t · i · s · h · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “pettishnesses”
The word “pettishnesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as petti · shnes · ses. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pettishnesses" have?
"pettishnesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "pettishnesses" into syllables?
"pettishnesses" is divided into syllables as: petti · shnes · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "pettishnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "pettishnesses" is 18 points.
Using “pettishnesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "pettishnesses" (petti · shnes · ses) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “pettishnesses” 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.