How many syllables in “trickiness”?
syllables in "trickiness"
Word details
Syllables
3
tric · ki · ness
Letters
10
t · r · i · c · k · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “trickiness”
The word “trickiness” contains 3 syllables, divided as tric · ki · ness. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "trickiness" have?
"trickiness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "trickiness" into syllables?
"trickiness" is divided into syllables as: tric · ki · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "trickiness"?
The Scrabble score for "trickiness" is 16 points.
Using “trickiness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "trickiness" (tric · ki · 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, “trickiness” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.