How many syllables in “rancidness”?
syllables in "rancidness"
Word details
Syllables
3
ran · cid · ness
Letters
10
r · a · n · c · i · d · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
13
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About the word “rancidness”
The word “rancidness” contains 3 syllables, divided as ran · cid · ness. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rancidness" have?
"rancidness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "rancidness" into syllables?
"rancidness" is divided into syllables as: ran · cid · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "rancidness"?
The Scrabble score for "rancidness" is 13 points.
Using “rancidness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "rancidness" (ran · cid · ness) 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, “rancidness” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.