How many syllables in “timidness”?
syllables in "timidness"
Word details
Syllables
3
ti · mid · ness
Letters
9
t · i · m · i · d · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “timidness”
The word “timidness” contains 3 syllables, divided as ti · mid · ness. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "timidness" have?
"timidness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "timidness" into syllables?
"timidness" is divided into syllables as: ti · mid · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "timidness"?
The Scrabble score for "timidness" is 12 points.
Using “timidness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "timidness" (ti · mid · 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, “timidness” is worth 12 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.