How many syllables in “talkativeness”?
syllables in "talkativeness"
Word details
Syllables
5
tal · ka · ti · ve · ness
Letters
13
t · a · l · k · a · t · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “talkativeness”
The word “talkativeness” contains 5 syllables, divided as tal · ka · ti · ve · ness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "talkativeness" have?
"talkativeness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "talkativeness" into syllables?
"talkativeness" is divided into syllables as: tal · ka · ti · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "talkativeness"?
The Scrabble score for "talkativeness" is 20 points.
Using “talkativeness” in writing
"talkativeness" (tal · ka · 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, “talkativeness” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.