How many syllables in “prematureness”?
syllables in "prematureness"
Word details
Syllables
5
pre · ma · tu · re · ness
Letters
13
p · r · e · m · a · t · u · r · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “prematureness”
The word “prematureness” contains 5 syllables, divided as pre · ma · tu · re · ness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "prematureness" have?
"prematureness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "prematureness" into syllables?
"prematureness" is divided into syllables as: pre · ma · tu · re · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "prematureness"?
The Scrabble score for "prematureness" is 17 points.
Using “prematureness” in writing
"prematureness" (pre · ma · tu · re · 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, “prematureness” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.