How many syllables in “sixpences”?
syllables in "sixpences"
Word details
Syllables
3
six · pen · ces
Letters
9
s · i · x · p · e · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
20
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “sixpences”
The word “sixpences” contains 3 syllables, divided as six · pen · ces. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sixpences" have?
"sixpences" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sixpences" into syllables?
"sixpences" is divided into syllables as: six · pen · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "sixpences"?
The Scrabble score for "sixpences" is 20 points.
Using “sixpences” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sixpences" (six · pen · ces) 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, “sixpences” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.