How many syllables in “thriftlessness”?
syllables in "thriftlessness"
Word details
Syllables
3
thrif · tles · sness
Letters
14
t · h · r · i · f · t · l · e · s · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “thriftlessness”
The word “thriftlessness” contains 3 syllables, divided as thrif · tles · sness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thriftlessness" have?
"thriftlessness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "thriftlessness" into syllables?
"thriftlessness" is divided into syllables as: thrif · tles · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "thriftlessness"?
The Scrabble score for "thriftlessness" is 20 points.
Using “thriftlessness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "thriftlessness" (thrif · tles · 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, “thriftlessness” 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.