How many syllables in “threadbareness”?
syllables in "threadbareness"
Word details
Syllables
4
thread · ba · re · ness
Letters
14
t · h · r · e · a · d · b · a · r · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “threadbareness”
The word “threadbareness” contains 4 syllables, divided as thread · ba · re · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "threadbareness" have?
"threadbareness" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "threadbareness" into syllables?
"threadbareness" is divided into syllables as: thread · ba · re · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "threadbareness"?
The Scrabble score for "threadbareness" is 20 points.
Using “threadbareness” in writing
Four-syllable words like "threadbareness" (thread · ba · re · ness) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “threadbareness” 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.