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How many syllables in “facetiae”?

3

syllables in "facetiae"

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Word details

Syllables

3

fa · ce · tiae

Letters

8

f · a · c · e · t · i · a · e

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

f4
a1
c3
e1
t1
i1
a1
e1

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About the word “facetiae

The word facetiae contains 3 syllables, divided as fa · ce · tiae. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "facetiae" have?

"facetiae" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "facetiae" into syllables?

"facetiae" is divided into syllables as: fa · ce · tiae.

What is the Scrabble score for "facetiae"?

The Scrabble score for "facetiae" is 13 points.

Using “facetiae” in writing

Three-syllable words like "facetiae" (fa · ce · tiae) 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, facetiae 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.

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