How many syllables in “quixotry”?
syllables in "quixotry"
Word details
Syllables
3
qui · xo · try
Letters
8
q · u · i · x · o · t · r · y
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “quixotry”
The word “quixotry” contains 3 syllables, divided as qui · xo · try. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "quixotry" have?
"quixotry" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "quixotry" into syllables?
"quixotry" is divided into syllables as: qui · xo · try.
What is the Scrabble score for "quixotry"?
The Scrabble score for "quixotry" is 27 points.
Using “quixotry” in writing
Three-syllable words like "quixotry" (qui · xo · try) 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, “quixotry” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.