How many syllables in “supportiveness”?
syllables in "supportiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
sup · por · ti · ve · ness
Letters
14
s · u · p · p · o · r · t · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “supportiveness”
The word “supportiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as sup · por · ti · ve · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "supportiveness" have?
"supportiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "supportiveness" into syllables?
"supportiveness" is divided into syllables as: sup · por · ti · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "supportiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "supportiveness" is 21 points.
Using “supportiveness” in writing
"supportiveness" (sup · por · ti · 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, “supportiveness” 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.