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