How many syllables in “woolliness”?
syllables in "woolliness"
Word details
Syllables
3
wool · li · ness
Letters
10
w · o · o · l · l · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “woolliness”
The word “woolliness” contains 3 syllables, divided as wool · li · ness. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "woolliness" have?
"woolliness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "woolliness" into syllables?
"woolliness" is divided into syllables as: wool · li · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "woolliness"?
The Scrabble score for "woolliness" is 13 points.
Using “woolliness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "woolliness" (wool · li · 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, “woolliness” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.