How many syllables in “sectioning”?
syllables in "sectioning"
Word details
Syllables
3
secti · oning
Letters
10
s · e · c · t · i · o · n · i · n · g
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “sectioning”
The word “sectioning” contains 3 syllables, divided as secti · oning. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sectioning" have?
"sectioning" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sectioning" into syllables?
"sectioning" is divided into syllables as: secti · oning.
What is the Scrabble score for "sectioning"?
The Scrabble score for "sectioning" is 13 points.
Using “sectioning” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sectioning" (secti · oning) 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, “sectioning” is worth 13 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.