How many syllables in “priggishness”?
syllables in "priggishness"
Word details
Syllables
3
prig · gis · hness
Letters
12
p · r · i · g · g · i · s · h · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “priggishness”
The word “priggishness” contains 3 syllables, divided as prig · gis · hness. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "priggishness" have?
"priggishness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "priggishness" into syllables?
"priggishness" is divided into syllables as: prig · gis · hness.
What is the Scrabble score for "priggishness"?
The Scrabble score for "priggishness" is 19 points.
Using “priggishness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "priggishness" (prig · gis · hness) 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, “priggishness” 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.