How many syllables in “pantoum”?
syllables in "pantoum"
Word details
Syllables
2
pan · toum
Letters
7
p · a · n · t · o · u · m
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “pantoum”
The word “pantoum” contains 2 syllables, divided as pan · toum. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pantoum" have?
"pantoum" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pantoum" into syllables?
"pantoum" is divided into syllables as: pan · toum.
What is the Scrabble score for "pantoum"?
The Scrabble score for "pantoum" is 11 points.
Using “pantoum” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pantoum" (pan · toum) 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, “pantoum” is worth 11 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.