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How many syllables in “restlessness”?

3

syllables in "restlessness"

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Word details

Syllables

3

res · tles · sness

Letters

12

r · e · s · t · l · e · s · s · n · e · s · s

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

r1
e1
s1
t1
l1
e1
s1
s1
n1
e1
s1
s1

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About the word “restlessness

The word restlessness contains 3 syllables, divided as res · tles · sness. It has 12 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "restlessness" have?

"restlessness" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "restlessness" into syllables?

"restlessness" is divided into syllables as: res · tles · sness.

What is the Scrabble score for "restlessness"?

The Scrabble score for "restlessness" is 12 points.

Using “restlessness” in writing

Three-syllable words like "restlessness" (res · tles · sness) 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, restlessness is worth 12 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.

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