How many syllables in “sextuplets”?
syllables in "sextuplets"
Word details
Syllables
3
sex · tu · plets
Letters
10
s · e · x · t · u · p · l · e · t · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “sextuplets”
The word “sextuplets” contains 3 syllables, divided as sex · tu · plets. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sextuplets" have?
"sextuplets" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sextuplets" into syllables?
"sextuplets" is divided into syllables as: sex · tu · plets.
What is the Scrabble score for "sextuplets"?
The Scrabble score for "sextuplets" is 19 points.
Using “sextuplets” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sextuplets" (sex · tu · plets) 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, “sextuplets” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.