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How many syllables in “sleeknesses”?

2

syllables in "sleeknesses"

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Word details

Syllables

2

sleekn · esses

Letters

11

s · l · e · e · k · n · e · s · s · e · s

Scrabble

15

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
l1
e1
e1
k5
n1
e1
s1
s1
e1
s1

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About the word “sleeknesses

The word sleeknesses contains 2 syllables, divided as sleekn · esses. It has 11 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "sleeknesses" have?

"sleeknesses" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "sleeknesses" into syllables?

"sleeknesses" is divided into syllables as: sleekn · esses.

What is the Scrabble score for "sleeknesses"?

The Scrabble score for "sleeknesses" is 15 points.

Using “sleeknesses” in writing

Two-syllable words like "sleeknesses" (sleekn · esses) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, sleeknesses is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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