How many syllables in “sleeplessness”?
syllables in "sleeplessness"
Word details
Syllables
3
slee · ples · sness
Letters
13
s · l · e · e · p · l · e · s · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “sleeplessness”
The word “sleeplessness” contains 3 syllables, divided as slee · ples · sness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sleeplessness" have?
"sleeplessness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sleeplessness" into syllables?
"sleeplessness" is divided into syllables as: slee · ples · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "sleeplessness"?
The Scrabble score for "sleeplessness" is 15 points.
Using “sleeplessness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sleeplessness" (slee · ples · 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, “sleeplessness” 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.