How many syllables in “quantile”?
syllables in "quantile"
Word details
Syllables
3
quan · ti · le
Letters
8
q · u · a · n · t · i · l · e
Scrabble
17
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “quantile”
The word “quantile” contains 3 syllables, divided as quan · ti · le. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "quantile" have?
"quantile" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "quantile" into syllables?
"quantile" is divided into syllables as: quan · ti · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "quantile"?
The Scrabble score for "quantile" is 17 points.
Using “quantile” in writing
Three-syllable words like "quantile" (quan · ti · le) 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, “quantile” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.