How many syllables in “scruffiness”?
syllables in "scruffiness"
Word details
Syllables
3
scruf · fi · ness
Letters
11
s · c · r · u · f · f · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “scruffiness”
The word “scruffiness” contains 3 syllables, divided as scruf · fi · ness. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "scruffiness" have?
"scruffiness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "scruffiness" into syllables?
"scruffiness" is divided into syllables as: scruf · fi · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "scruffiness"?
The Scrabble score for "scruffiness" is 19 points.
Using “scruffiness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "scruffiness" (scruf · fi · ness) 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, “scruffiness” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.