How many syllables in “ninth”?
1
syllable in "ninth"
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Word details
Syllables
1
ninth
Letters
5
n · i · n · t · h
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
n1
i1
n1
t1
h4
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About the word “ninth”
The word “ninth” contains 1 syllable, divided as ninth. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ninth" have?
"ninth" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "ninth" into syllables?
"ninth" is divided into syllables as: ninth.
What is the Scrabble score for "ninth"?
The Scrabble score for "ninth" is 8 points.
Using “ninth” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "ninth" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “ninth” is worth 8 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.