How many syllables in “seventeenths”?
syllables in "seventeenths"
Word details
Syllables
3
se · ven · teenths
Letters
12
s · e · v · e · n · t · e · e · n · t · h · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “seventeenths”
The word “seventeenths” contains 3 syllables, divided as se · ven · teenths. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "seventeenths" have?
"seventeenths" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "seventeenths" into syllables?
"seventeenths" is divided into syllables as: se · ven · teenths.
What is the Scrabble score for "seventeenths"?
The Scrabble score for "seventeenths" is 18 points.
Using “seventeenths” in writing
Three-syllable words like "seventeenths" (se · ven · teenths) 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, “seventeenths” 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.