How many syllables in “propitiousness”?
syllables in "propitiousness"
Word details
Syllables
4
propi · tious · ness
Letters
14
p · r · o · p · i · t · i · o · u · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “propitiousness”
The word “propitiousness” contains 4 syllables, divided as propi · tious · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "propitiousness" have?
"propitiousness" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "propitiousness" into syllables?
"propitiousness" is divided into syllables as: propi · tious · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "propitiousness"?
The Scrabble score for "propitiousness" is 18 points.
Using “propitiousness” in writing
Four-syllable words like "propitiousness" (propi · tious · ness) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “propitiousness” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “propitiousness”
The letters in “propitiousness” can be rearranged to spell one other word: superpositions.