How many syllables in “vindictiveness”?
syllables in "vindictiveness"
Word details
Syllables
5
vin · dic · ti · ve · ness
Letters
14
v · i · n · d · i · c · t · i · v · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “vindictiveness”
The word “vindictiveness” contains 5 syllables, divided as vin · dic · ti · ve · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vindictiveness" have?
"vindictiveness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "vindictiveness" into syllables?
"vindictiveness" is divided into syllables as: vin · dic · ti · ve · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "vindictiveness"?
The Scrabble score for "vindictiveness" is 23 points.
Using “vindictiveness” in writing
"vindictiveness" (vin · dic · ti · ve · ness) 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, “vindictiveness” 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.