How many syllables in “sesquicentennials”?
syllables in "sesquicentennials"
Word details
Syllables
5
ses · qui · cen · ten · nials
Letters
17
s · e · s · q · u · i · c · e · n · t · e · n · n · i · a · l · s
Scrabble
28
points
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About the word “sesquicentennials”
The word “sesquicentennials” contains 5 syllables, divided as ses · qui · cen · ten · nials. It has 17 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sesquicentennials" have?
"sesquicentennials" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sesquicentennials" into syllables?
"sesquicentennials" is divided into syllables as: ses · qui · cen · ten · nials.
What is the Scrabble score for "sesquicentennials"?
The Scrabble score for "sesquicentennials" is 28 points.
Using “sesquicentennials” in writing
"sesquicentennials" (ses · qui · cen · ten · nials) 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, “sesquicentennials” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.