How many syllables in “piteousness”?
syllables in "piteousness"
Word details
Syllables
3
piteou · sness
Letters
11
p · i · t · e · o · u · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “piteousness”
The word “piteousness” contains 3 syllables, divided as piteou · sness. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "piteousness" have?
"piteousness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "piteousness" into syllables?
"piteousness" is divided into syllables as: piteou · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "piteousness"?
The Scrabble score for "piteousness" is 13 points.
Using “piteousness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "piteousness" (piteou · sness) 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, “piteousness” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.