How many syllables in “touchinesses”?
syllables in "touchinesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
touc · hine · sses
Letters
12
t · o · u · c · h · i · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “touchinesses”
The word “touchinesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as touc · hine · sses. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "touchinesses" have?
"touchinesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "touchinesses" into syllables?
"touchinesses" is divided into syllables as: touc · hine · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "touchinesses"?
The Scrabble score for "touchinesses" is 17 points.
Using “touchinesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "touchinesses" (touc · hine · 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, “touchinesses” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.