How many syllables in “steadfastness”?
syllables in "steadfastness"
Word details
Syllables
3
stead · fas · tness
Letters
13
s · t · e · a · d · f · a · s · t · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “steadfastness”
The word “steadfastness” contains 3 syllables, divided as stead · fas · tness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "steadfastness" have?
"steadfastness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "steadfastness" into syllables?
"steadfastness" is divided into syllables as: stead · fas · tness.
What is the Scrabble score for "steadfastness"?
The Scrabble score for "steadfastness" is 17 points.
Using “steadfastness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "steadfastness" (stead · fas · tness) 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, “steadfastness” 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.