How many syllables in “millennial”?
syllables in "millennial"
Word details
Syllables
3
mil · len · nial
Letters
10
m · i · l · l · e · n · n · i · a · l
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “millennial”
The word “millennial” contains 3 syllables, divided as mil · len · nial. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "millennial" have?
"millennial" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "millennial" into syllables?
"millennial" is divided into syllables as: mil · len · nial.
What is the Scrabble score for "millennial"?
The Scrabble score for "millennial" is 12 points.
Using “millennial” in writing
Three-syllable words like "millennial" (mil · len · nial) 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, “millennial” is worth 12 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.