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How many syllables in “snubness”?

2

syllables in "snubness"

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Word details

Syllables

2

snub · ness

Letters

8

s · n · u · b · n · e · s · s

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
n1
u1
b3
n1
e1
s1
s1

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About the word “snubness

The word snubness contains 2 syllables, divided as snub · ness. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "snubness" have?

"snubness" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "snubness" into syllables?

"snubness" is divided into syllables as: snub · ness.

What is the Scrabble score for "snubness"?

The Scrabble score for "snubness" is 10 points.

Using “snubness” in writing

Two-syllable words like "snubness" (snub · ness) 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, snubness is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.

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