How many syllables in “refractoriness”?
syllables in "refractoriness"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · frac · to · ri · ness
Letters
14
r · e · f · r · a · c · t · o · r · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “refractoriness”
The word “refractoriness” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · frac · to · ri · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "refractoriness" have?
"refractoriness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "refractoriness" into syllables?
"refractoriness" is divided into syllables as: re · frac · to · ri · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "refractoriness"?
The Scrabble score for "refractoriness" is 19 points.
Using “refractoriness” in writing
"refractoriness" (re · frac · to · ri · 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, “refractoriness” 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.