How many syllables in “skinniness”?
syllables in "skinniness"
Word details
Syllables
3
skin · ni · ness
Letters
10
s · k · i · n · n · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “skinniness”
The word “skinniness” contains 3 syllables, divided as skin · ni · ness. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "skinniness" have?
"skinniness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "skinniness" into syllables?
"skinniness" is divided into syllables as: skin · ni · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "skinniness"?
The Scrabble score for "skinniness" is 14 points.
Using “skinniness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "skinniness" (skin · ni · 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, “skinniness” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.