How many syllables in “relentlessness”?
syllables in "relentlessness"
Word details
Syllables
4
re · len · tles · sness
Letters
14
r · e · l · e · n · t · l · e · s · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
14
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About the word “relentlessness”
The word “relentlessness” contains 4 syllables, divided as re · len · tles · sness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "relentlessness" have?
"relentlessness" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "relentlessness" into syllables?
"relentlessness" is divided into syllables as: re · len · tles · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "relentlessness"?
The Scrabble score for "relentlessness" is 14 points.
Using “relentlessness” in writing
Four-syllable words like "relentlessness" (re · len · tles · sness) 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, “relentlessness” is worth 14 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.