How many syllables in “retentivenesses”?
syllables in "retentivenesses"
Word details
Syllables
5
ret · ent · ive · nes · ses
Letters
15
r · e · t · e · n · t · i · v · e · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “retentivenesses”
The word “retentivenesses” contains 5 syllables, divided as ret · ent · ive · nes · ses. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "retentivenesses" have?
"retentivenesses" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "retentivenesses" into syllables?
"retentivenesses" is divided into syllables as: ret · ent · ive · nes · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "retentivenesses"?
The Scrabble score for "retentivenesses" is 18 points.
Using “retentivenesses” in writing
"retentivenesses" (ret · ent · ive · nes · ses) 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, “retentivenesses” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.