How many syllables in “skillfulness”?
syllables in "skillfulness"
Word details
Syllables
3
skil · lful · ness
Letters
12
s · k · i · l · l · f · u · l · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “skillfulness”
The word “skillfulness” contains 3 syllables, divided as skil · lful · ness. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "skillfulness" have?
"skillfulness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "skillfulness" into syllables?
"skillfulness" is divided into syllables as: skil · lful · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "skillfulness"?
The Scrabble score for "skillfulness" is 19 points.
Using “skillfulness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "skillfulness" (skil · lful · 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, “skillfulness” 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.