How many syllables in “thriftlessnesses”?
syllables in "thriftlessnesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
thrift · lessne · sses
Letters
16
t · h · r · i · f · t · l · e · s · s · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “thriftlessnesses”
The word “thriftlessnesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as thrift · lessne · sses. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thriftlessnesses" have?
"thriftlessnesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "thriftlessnesses" into syllables?
"thriftlessnesses" is divided into syllables as: thrift · lessne · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "thriftlessnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "thriftlessnesses" is 22 points.
Using “thriftlessnesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "thriftlessnesses" (thrift · lessne · sses) 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, “thriftlessnesses” 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.