How many syllables in “fourteen”?
syllables in "fourteen"
Word details
Syllables
2
four · teen
Letters
8
f · o · u · r · t · e · e · n
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “fourteen”
The word “fourteen” contains 2 syllables, divided as four · teen. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fourteen" have?
"fourteen" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "fourteen" into syllables?
"fourteen" is divided into syllables as: four · teen.
What is the Scrabble score for "fourteen"?
The Scrabble score for "fourteen" is 11 points.
Using “fourteen” in writing
Two-syllable words like "fourteen" (four · teen) 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, “fourteen” is worth 11 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.