How many syllables in “snobbishnesses”?
syllables in "snobbishnesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
snobb · ishne · sses
Letters
14
s · n · o · b · b · i · s · h · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “snobbishnesses”
The word “snobbishnesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as snobb · ishne · sses. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "snobbishnesses" have?
"snobbishnesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "snobbishnesses" into syllables?
"snobbishnesses" is divided into syllables as: snobb · ishne · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "snobbishnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "snobbishnesses" is 21 points.
Using “snobbishnesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "snobbishnesses" (snobb · ishne · 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, “snobbishnesses” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.