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How many syllables in “tenseness”?

3

syllables in "tenseness"

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Word details

Syllables

3

ten · se · ness

Letters

9

t · e · n · s · e · n · e · s · s

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
e1
n1
s1
e1
n1
e1
s1
s1

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About the word “tenseness

The word tenseness contains 3 syllables, divided as ten · se · ness. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "tenseness" have?

"tenseness" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "tenseness" into syllables?

"tenseness" is divided into syllables as: ten · se · ness.

What is the Scrabble score for "tenseness"?

The Scrabble score for "tenseness" is 9 points.

Using “tenseness” in writing

Three-syllable words like "tenseness" (ten · se · ness) 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, tenseness is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.

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