How many syllables in “septuagenarian”?
syllables in "septuagenarian"
Word details
Syllables
5
sep · tua · ge · na · rian
Letters
14
s · e · p · t · u · a · g · e · n · a · r · i · a · n
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “septuagenarian”
The word “septuagenarian” contains 5 syllables, divided as sep · tua · ge · na · rian. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "septuagenarian" have?
"septuagenarian" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "septuagenarian" into syllables?
"septuagenarian" is divided into syllables as: sep · tua · ge · na · rian.
What is the Scrabble score for "septuagenarian"?
The Scrabble score for "septuagenarian" is 17 points.
Using “septuagenarian” in writing
"septuagenarian" (sep · tua · ge · na · rian) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “septuagenarian” 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.