How many syllables in “sanctimoniousnesses”?
syllables in "sanctimoniousnesses"
Word details
Syllables
5
sanct · imoni · ousne · sses
Letters
19
s · a · n · c · t · i · m · o · n · i · o · u · s · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
23
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About the word “sanctimoniousnesses”
The word “sanctimoniousnesses” contains 5 syllables, divided as sanct · imoni · ousne · sses. It has 19 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sanctimoniousnesses" have?
"sanctimoniousnesses" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sanctimoniousnesses" into syllables?
"sanctimoniousnesses" is divided into syllables as: sanct · imoni · ousne · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "sanctimoniousnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "sanctimoniousnesses" is 23 points.
Using “sanctimoniousnesses” in writing
"sanctimoniousnesses" (sanct · imoni · ousne · sses) 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, “sanctimoniousnesses” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.