How many syllables in “septuagenarians”?
syllables in "septuagenarians"
Word details
Syllables
5
sep · tua · ge · na · rians
Letters
15
s · e · p · t · u · a · g · e · n · a · r · i · a · n · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “septuagenarians”
The word “septuagenarians” contains 5 syllables, divided as sep · tua · ge · na · rians. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "septuagenarians" have?
"septuagenarians" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "septuagenarians" into syllables?
"septuagenarians" is divided into syllables as: sep · tua · ge · na · rians.
What is the Scrabble score for "septuagenarians"?
The Scrabble score for "septuagenarians" is 18 points.
Using “septuagenarians” in writing
"septuagenarians" (sep · tua · ge · na · rians) 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, “septuagenarians” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.