How many syllables in “sectionals”?
syllables in "sectionals"
Word details
Syllables
3
secti · onals
Letters
10
s · e · c · t · i · o · n · a · l · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “sectionals”
The word “sectionals” contains 3 syllables, divided as secti · onals. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sectionals" have?
"sectionals" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sectionals" into syllables?
"sectionals" is divided into syllables as: secti · onals.
What is the Scrabble score for "sectionals"?
The Scrabble score for "sectionals" is 12 points.
Using “sectionals” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sectionals" (secti · onals) 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, “sectionals” is worth 12 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 “sectionals”
The letters in “sectionals” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: actionless, coastlines.