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How many syllables in “sombernesses”?

3

syllables in "sombernesses"

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Word details

Syllables

3

somb · erne · sses

Letters

12

s · o · m · b · e · r · n · e · s · s · e · s

Scrabble

16

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
o1
m3
b3
e1
r1
n1
e1
s1
s1
e1
s1

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About the word “sombernesses

The word sombernesses contains 3 syllables, divided as somb · erne · sses. It has 12 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "sombernesses" have?

"sombernesses" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "sombernesses" into syllables?

"sombernesses" is divided into syllables as: somb · erne · sses.

What is the Scrabble score for "sombernesses"?

The Scrabble score for "sombernesses" is 16 points.

Using “sombernesses” in writing

Three-syllable words like "sombernesses" (somb · erne · 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, sombernesses is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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