How many syllables in “festival”?
syllables in "festival"
Word details
Syllables
3
fe · sti · val
Letters
8
f · e · s · t · i · v · a · l
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “festival”
The word “festival” contains 3 syllables, divided as fe · sti · val. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "festival" have?
"festival" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "festival" into syllables?
"festival" is divided into syllables as: fe · sti · val.
What is the Scrabble score for "festival"?
The Scrabble score for "festival" is 14 points.
Using “festival” in writing
Three-syllable words like "festival" (fe · sti · val) 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, “festival” is worth 14 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.