How many syllables in “sagenesses”?
syllables in "sagenesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
sage · ness · es
Letters
10
s · a · g · e · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “sagenesses”
The word “sagenesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as sage · ness · es. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sagenesses" have?
"sagenesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sagenesses" into syllables?
"sagenesses" is divided into syllables as: sage · ness · es.
What is the Scrabble score for "sagenesses"?
The Scrabble score for "sagenesses" is 11 points.
Using “sagenesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sagenesses" (sage · ness · es) 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, “sagenesses” is worth 11 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.