How many syllables in “uppishness”?
syllables in "uppishness"
Word details
Syllables
3
up · pis · hness
Letters
10
u · p · p · i · s · h · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
17
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “uppishness”
The word “uppishness” contains 3 syllables, divided as up · pis · hness. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "uppishness" have?
"uppishness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "uppishness" into syllables?
"uppishness" is divided into syllables as: up · pis · hness.
What is the Scrabble score for "uppishness"?
The Scrabble score for "uppishness" is 17 points.
Using “uppishness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "uppishness" (up · pis · hness) 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, “uppishness” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.