How many syllables in “sluggardnesses”?
syllables in "sluggardnesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
slugg · ardne · sses
Letters
14
s · l · u · g · g · a · r · d · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “sluggardnesses”
The word “sluggardnesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as slugg · ardne · sses. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sluggardnesses" have?
"sluggardnesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sluggardnesses" into syllables?
"sluggardnesses" is divided into syllables as: slugg · ardne · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "sluggardnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "sluggardnesses" is 17 points.
Using “sluggardnesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sluggardnesses" (slugg · ardne · 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, “sluggardnesses” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.