How many syllables in “sportfulness”?
syllables in "sportfulness"
Word details
Syllables
3
spor · tful · ness
Letters
12
s · p · o · r · t · f · u · l · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “sportfulness”
The word “sportfulness” contains 3 syllables, divided as spor · tful · ness. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sportfulness" have?
"sportfulness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sportfulness" into syllables?
"sportfulness" is divided into syllables as: spor · tful · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "sportfulness"?
The Scrabble score for "sportfulness" is 17 points.
Using “sportfulness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sportfulness" (spor · tful · ness) 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, “sportfulness” 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.