How many syllables in “roughness”?
syllables in "roughness"
Word details
Syllables
2
roug · hness
Letters
9
r · o · u · g · h · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “roughness”
The word “roughness” contains 2 syllables, divided as roug · hness. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "roughness" have?
"roughness" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "roughness" into syllables?
"roughness" is divided into syllables as: roug · hness.
What is the Scrabble score for "roughness"?
The Scrabble score for "roughness" is 13 points.
Using “roughness” in writing
Two-syllable words like "roughness" (roug · hness) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “roughness” is worth 13 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.