How many syllables in “thoughtlessness”?
syllables in "thoughtlessness"
Word details
Syllables
3
thoug · htles · sness
Letters
15
t · h · o · u · g · h · t · l · e · s · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “thoughtlessness”
The word “thoughtlessness” contains 3 syllables, divided as thoug · htles · sness. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thoughtlessness" have?
"thoughtlessness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "thoughtlessness" into syllables?
"thoughtlessness" is divided into syllables as: thoug · htles · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "thoughtlessness"?
The Scrabble score for "thoughtlessness" is 22 points.
Using “thoughtlessness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "thoughtlessness" (thoug · htles · sness) 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, “thoughtlessness” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.