How many syllables in “selectivenesses”?
syllables in "selectivenesses"
Word details
Syllables
5
sel · ect · ive · nes · ses
Letters
15
s · e · l · e · c · t · i · v · e · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “selectivenesses”
The word “selectivenesses” contains 5 syllables, divided as sel · ect · ive · nes · ses. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "selectivenesses" have?
"selectivenesses" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "selectivenesses" into syllables?
"selectivenesses" is divided into syllables as: sel · ect · ive · nes · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "selectivenesses"?
The Scrabble score for "selectivenesses" is 20 points.
Using “selectivenesses” in writing
"selectivenesses" (sel · ect · ive · nes · ses) 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, “selectivenesses” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.