How many syllables in “shamefacedness”?
syllables in "shamefacedness"
Word details
Syllables
5
sha · me · fa · ced · ness
Letters
14
s · h · a · m · e · f · a · c · e · d · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “shamefacedness”
The word “shamefacedness” contains 5 syllables, divided as sha · me · fa · ced · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shamefacedness" have?
"shamefacedness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "shamefacedness" into syllables?
"shamefacedness" is divided into syllables as: sha · me · fa · ced · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "shamefacedness"?
The Scrabble score for "shamefacedness" is 25 points.
Using “shamefacedness” in writing
"shamefacedness" (sha · me · fa · ced · ness) 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, “shamefacedness” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.