How many syllables in “nineteenth”?
syllables in "nineteenth"
Word details
Syllables
3
ni · ne · teenth
Letters
10
n · i · n · e · t · e · e · n · t · h
Scrabble
13
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About the word “nineteenth”
The word “nineteenth” contains 3 syllables, divided as ni · ne · teenth. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nineteenth" have?
"nineteenth" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "nineteenth" into syllables?
"nineteenth" is divided into syllables as: ni · ne · teenth.
What is the Scrabble score for "nineteenth"?
The Scrabble score for "nineteenth" is 13 points.
Using “nineteenth” in writing
Three-syllable words like "nineteenth" (ni · ne · teenth) 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, “nineteenth” 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.