How many syllables in “attorn”?
syllables in "attorn"
Word details
Syllables
2
at · torn
Letters
6
a · t · t · o · r · n
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “attorn”
The word “attorn” contains 2 syllables, divided as at · torn. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "attorn" have?
"attorn" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "attorn" into syllables?
"attorn" is divided into syllables as: at · torn.
What is the Scrabble score for "attorn"?
The Scrabble score for "attorn" is 6 points.
Using “attorn” in writing
Two-syllable words like "attorn" (at · torn) 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, “attorn” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “attorn”
The letters in “attorn” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ratton.