How many syllables in “intones”?
syllables in "intones"
Word details
Syllables
3
in · to · nes
Letters
7
i · n · t · o · n · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “intones”
The word “intones” contains 3 syllables, divided as in · to · nes. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intones" have?
"intones" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "intones" into syllables?
"intones" is divided into syllables as: in · to · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "intones"?
The Scrabble score for "intones" is 7 points.
Using “intones” in writing
Three-syllable words like "intones" (in · to · nes) 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, “intones” is worth 7 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 “intones”
The letters in “intones” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tension.