How many syllables in “underhandednesses”?
syllables in "underhandednesses"
Word details
Syllables
5
unde · rhan · dedn · esse · s
Letters
17
u · n · d · e · r · h · a · n · d · e · d · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “underhandednesses”
The word “underhandednesses” contains 5 syllables, divided as unde · rhan · dedn · esse · s. It has 17 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "underhandednesses" have?
"underhandednesses" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "underhandednesses" into syllables?
"underhandednesses" is divided into syllables as: unde · rhan · dedn · esse · s.
What is the Scrabble score for "underhandednesses"?
The Scrabble score for "underhandednesses" is 23 points.
Using “underhandednesses” in writing
"underhandednesses" (unde · rhan · dedn · esse · s) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “underhandednesses” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.