How many syllables in “possessiveness”?
syllables in "possessiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
pos · ses · si · ve · ness
Letters
14
p · o · s · s · e · s · s · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “possessiveness”
The word “possessiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as pos · ses · si · ve · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "possessiveness" have?
"possessiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "possessiveness" into syllables?
"possessiveness" is divided into syllables as: pos · ses · si · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "possessiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "possessiveness" is 19 points.
Using “possessiveness” in writing
"possessiveness" (pos · ses · 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, “possessiveness” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.