How many syllables in “temperateness”?
syllables in "temperateness"
Word details
Syllables
5
tem · pe · ra · te · ness
Letters
13
t · e · m · p · e · r · a · t · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “temperateness”
The word “temperateness” contains 5 syllables, divided as tem · pe · ra · te · ness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "temperateness" have?
"temperateness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "temperateness" into syllables?
"temperateness" is divided into syllables as: tem · pe · ra · te · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "temperateness"?
The Scrabble score for "temperateness" is 17 points.
Using “temperateness” in writing
"temperateness" (tem · pe · ra · te · 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, “temperateness” 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.