How many syllables in “attune”?
syllables in "attune"
Word details
Syllables
2
att · une
Letters
6
a · t · t · u · n · e
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “attune”
The word “attune” contains 2 syllables, divided as att · une. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "attune" have?
"attune" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "attune" into syllables?
"attune" is divided into syllables as: att · une.
What is the Scrabble score for "attune"?
The Scrabble score for "attune" is 6 points.
Using “attune” in writing
Two-syllable words like "attune" (att · une) 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, “attune” 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 “attune”
The letters in “attune” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: nutate, tauten.