How many syllables in “sprightliness”?
syllables in "sprightliness"
Word details
Syllables
3
sprig · htli · ness
Letters
13
s · p · r · i · g · h · t · l · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “sprightliness”
The word “sprightliness” contains 3 syllables, divided as sprig · htli · ness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sprightliness" have?
"sprightliness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sprightliness" into syllables?
"sprightliness" is divided into syllables as: sprig · htli · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "sprightliness"?
The Scrabble score for "sprightliness" is 19 points.
Using “sprightliness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sprightliness" (sprig · htli · 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, “sprightliness” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.