How many syllables in “eighteens”?
syllables in "eighteens"
Word details
Syllables
2
eig · hteens
Letters
9
e · i · g · h · t · e · e · n · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “eighteens”
The word “eighteens” contains 2 syllables, divided as eig · hteens. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "eighteens" have?
"eighteens" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "eighteens" into syllables?
"eighteens" is divided into syllables as: eig · hteens.
What is the Scrabble score for "eighteens"?
The Scrabble score for "eighteens" is 13 points.
Using “eighteens” in writing
Two-syllable words like "eighteens" (eig · hteens) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “eighteens” 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.