How many syllables in “successiveness”?
syllables in "successiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
suc · ces · si · ve · ness
Letters
14
s · u · c · c · e · s · s · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “successiveness”
The word “successiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as suc · ces · si · ve · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "successiveness" have?
"successiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "successiveness" into syllables?
"successiveness" is divided into syllables as: suc · ces · si · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "successiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "successiveness" is 21 points.
Using “successiveness” in writing
"successiveness" (suc · ces · si · ve · ness) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “successiveness” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.