How many syllables in “sixty”?
syllables in "sixty"
Word details
Syllables
2
six · ty
Letters
5
s · i · x · t · y
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “sixty”
The word “sixty” contains 2 syllables, divided as six · ty. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sixty" have?
"sixty" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sixty" into syllables?
"sixty" is divided into syllables as: six · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "sixty"?
The Scrabble score for "sixty" is 15 points.
Using “sixty” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sixty" (six · ty) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “sixty” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “sixty”
The letters in “sixty” can be rearranged to spell one other word: xysti.