How many syllables in “raffishness”?
syllables in "raffishness"
Word details
Syllables
3
raf · fis · hness
Letters
11
r · a · f · f · i · s · h · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “raffishness”
The word “raffishness” contains 3 syllables, divided as raf · fis · hness. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "raffishness" have?
"raffishness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "raffishness" into syllables?
"raffishness" is divided into syllables as: raf · fis · hness.
What is the Scrabble score for "raffishness"?
The Scrabble score for "raffishness" is 20 points.
Using “raffishness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "raffishness" (raf · fis · 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, “raffishness” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.