How many syllables in “truthfulness”?
syllables in "truthfulness"
Word details
Syllables
3
trut · hful · ness
Letters
12
t · r · u · t · h · f · u · l · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “truthfulness”
The word “truthfulness” contains 3 syllables, divided as trut · hful · ness. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "truthfulness" have?
"truthfulness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "truthfulness" into syllables?
"truthfulness" is divided into syllables as: trut · hful · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "truthfulness"?
The Scrabble score for "truthfulness" is 18 points.
Using “truthfulness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "truthfulness" (trut · hful · 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, “truthfulness” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.