How many syllables in “seventy”?
syllables in "seventy"
Word details
Syllables
3
se · ven · ty
Letters
7
s · e · v · e · n · t · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “seventy”
The word “seventy” contains 3 syllables, divided as se · ven · ty. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "seventy" have?
"seventy" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "seventy" into syllables?
"seventy" is divided into syllables as: se · ven · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "seventy"?
The Scrabble score for "seventy" is 13 points.
Using “seventy” in writing
Three-syllable words like "seventy" (se · ven · ty) 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, “seventy” is worth 13 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.