How many syllables in “toughnesses”?
syllables in "toughnesses"
Word details
Syllables
2
toughn · esses
Letters
11
t · o · u · g · h · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
15
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “toughnesses”
The word “toughnesses” contains 2 syllables, divided as toughn · esses. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "toughnesses" have?
"toughnesses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "toughnesses" into syllables?
"toughnesses" is divided into syllables as: toughn · esses.
What is the Scrabble score for "toughnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "toughnesses" is 15 points.
Using “toughnesses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "toughnesses" (toughn · esses) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “toughnesses” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.