How many syllables in “shiftlessness”?
syllables in "shiftlessness"
Word details
Syllables
3
shif · tles · sness
Letters
13
s · h · i · f · t · l · e · s · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “shiftlessness”
The word “shiftlessness” contains 3 syllables, divided as shif · tles · sness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shiftlessness" have?
"shiftlessness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "shiftlessness" into syllables?
"shiftlessness" is divided into syllables as: shif · tles · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "shiftlessness"?
The Scrabble score for "shiftlessness" is 19 points.
Using “shiftlessness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "shiftlessness" (shif · tles · sness) 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, “shiftlessness” 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.