How many syllables in “colons”?
syllables in "colons"
Word details
Syllables
2
co · lons
Letters
6
c · o · l · o · n · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “colons”
The word “colons” contains 2 syllables, divided as co · lons. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "colons" have?
"colons" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "colons" into syllables?
"colons" is divided into syllables as: co · lons.
What is the Scrabble score for "colons"?
The Scrabble score for "colons" is 8 points.
Using “colons” in writing
Two-syllable words like "colons" (co · lons) 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, “colons” is worth 8 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “colons”
The letters in “colons” can be rearranged to spell one other word: consol.