How many syllables in “section”?
syllables in "section"
Word details
Syllables
2
sec · tion
Letters
7
s · e · c · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “section”
The word “section” contains 2 syllables, divided as sec · tion. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "section" have?
"section" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "section" into syllables?
"section" is divided into syllables as: sec · tion.
What is the Scrabble score for "section"?
The Scrabble score for "section" is 9 points.
Using “section” in writing
Two-syllable words like "section" (sec · tion) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “section” is worth 9 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.
Anagrams of “section”
The letters in “section” can be rearranged to spell one other word: notices.