How many syllables in “powerless”?
syllables in "powerless"
Word details
Syllables
3
po · wer · less
Letters
9
p · o · w · e · r · l · e · s · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “powerless”
The word “powerless” contains 3 syllables, divided as po · wer · less. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "powerless" have?
"powerless" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "powerless" into syllables?
"powerless" is divided into syllables as: po · wer · less.
What is the Scrabble score for "powerless"?
The Scrabble score for "powerless" is 14 points.
Using “powerless” in writing
Three-syllable words like "powerless" (po · wer · less) 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, “powerless” is worth 14 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.