How many syllables in “ridiculousness”?
syllables in "ridiculousness"
Word details
Syllables
5
ri · di · cu · lou · sness
Letters
14
r · i · d · i · c · u · l · o · u · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “ridiculousness”
The word “ridiculousness” contains 5 syllables, divided as ri · di · cu · lou · sness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ridiculousness" have?
"ridiculousness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ridiculousness" into syllables?
"ridiculousness" is divided into syllables as: ri · di · cu · lou · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "ridiculousness"?
The Scrabble score for "ridiculousness" is 17 points.
Using “ridiculousness” in writing
"ridiculousness" (ri · di · cu · lou · sness) 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, “ridiculousness” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.