How many syllables in “seventeen”?
syllables in "seventeen"
Word details
Syllables
3
se · ven · teen
Letters
9
s · e · v · e · n · t · e · e · n
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “seventeen”
The word “seventeen” contains 3 syllables, divided as se · ven · teen. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "seventeen" have?
"seventeen" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "seventeen" into syllables?
"seventeen" is divided into syllables as: se · ven · teen.
What is the Scrabble score for "seventeen"?
The Scrabble score for "seventeen" is 12 points.
Using “seventeen” in writing
Three-syllable words like "seventeen" (se · ven · teen) 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, “seventeen” 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.