The word "pitifulnesses" is spelled with four syllables: /ˈpɪtɪfəlnəsɪz/. The first syllable is stressed and pronounced with a short "i" sound. The second syllable has a schwa sound, while the third syllable is pronounced with a long "i" sound. The final syllable has the plural "es" ending, which is pronounced with a "z" sound. This complex spelling can make the word difficult to remember or pronounce for some people, but it accurately conveys the meaning of a state or condition of being pitiful or deserving of pity.
The word "pitifulnesses" is formed from the base word "pitiful", which comes from Middle English "piteful", meaning "full of pity" or "compassionate". The "-ful" suffix added to "pitiful" signifies "full of" or "characterized by". Finally, the plural "-nesses" suffix is added to indicate a condition or quality associated with being pitiful.