How many syllables in “shamefacednesses”?
syllables in "shamefacednesses"
Word details
Syllables
5
sham · efac · edne · sses
Letters
16
s · h · a · m · e · f · a · c · e · d · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “shamefacednesses”
The word “shamefacednesses” contains 5 syllables, divided as sham · efac · edne · sses. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shamefacednesses" have?
"shamefacednesses" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "shamefacednesses" into syllables?
"shamefacednesses" is divided into syllables as: sham · efac · edne · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "shamefacednesses"?
The Scrabble score for "shamefacednesses" is 27 points.
Using “shamefacednesses” in writing
"shamefacednesses" (sham · efac · edne · 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, “shamefacednesses” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.