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How many syllables in “trickiness”?

3

syllables in "trickiness"

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Word details

Syllables

3

tric · ki · ness

Letters

10

t · r · i · c · k · i · n · e · s · s

Scrabble

16

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
r1
i1
c3
k5
i1
n1
e1
s1
s1

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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.

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