How many syllables in “sextillions”?
syllables in "sextillions"
Word details
Syllables
3
sex · til · lions
Letters
11
s · e · x · t · i · l · l · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “sextillions”
The word “sextillions” contains 3 syllables, divided as sex · til · lions. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sextillions" have?
"sextillions" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sextillions" into syllables?
"sextillions" is divided into syllables as: sex · til · lions.
What is the Scrabble score for "sextillions"?
The Scrabble score for "sextillions" is 18 points.
Using “sextillions” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sextillions" (sex · til · lions) 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, “sextillions” 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.