S

How many syllables in “sveltenesses”?

3

syllables in "sveltenesses"

sveltenesses
database

Word details

Syllables

3

svel · tene · sses

Letters

12

s · v · e · l · t · e · n · e · s · s · e · s

Scrabble

15

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
v4
e1
l1
t1
e1
n1
e1
s1
s1
e1
s1

Count another word

About the word “sveltenesses

The word sveltenesses contains 3 syllables, divided as svel · tene · sses. It has 12 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "sveltenesses" have?

"sveltenesses" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "sveltenesses" into syllables?

"sveltenesses" is divided into syllables as: svel · tene · sses.

What is the Scrabble score for "sveltenesses"?

The Scrabble score for "sveltenesses" is 15 points.

Using “sveltenesses” in writing

Three-syllable words like "sveltenesses" (svel · tene · sses) 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, sveltenesses is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

Related articles