How many syllables in “precipitousnesses”?
syllables in "precipitousnesses"
Word details
Syllables
5
prec · ipit · ousn · esse · s
Letters
17
p · r · e · c · i · p · i · t · o · u · s · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
23
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About the word “precipitousnesses”
The word “precipitousnesses” contains 5 syllables, divided as prec · ipit · ousn · esse · s. It has 17 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "precipitousnesses" have?
"precipitousnesses" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "precipitousnesses" into syllables?
"precipitousnesses" is divided into syllables as: prec · ipit · ousn · esse · s.
What is the Scrabble score for "precipitousnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "precipitousnesses" is 23 points.
Using “precipitousnesses” in writing
"precipitousnesses" (prec · ipit · ousn · esse · s) 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, “precipitousnesses” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.