How many syllables in “slothfulnesses”?
syllables in "slothfulnesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
sloth · fulne · sses
Letters
14
s · l · o · t · h · f · u · l · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “slothfulnesses”
The word “slothfulnesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as sloth · fulne · sses. It has 14 letters.
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How many syllables does "slothfulnesses" have?
"slothfulnesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "slothfulnesses" into syllables?
"slothfulnesses" is divided into syllables as: sloth · fulne · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "slothfulnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "slothfulnesses" is 20 points.
Using “slothfulnesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "slothfulnesses" (sloth · fulne · sses) 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, “slothfulnesses” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.