How many syllables in “poltroons”?
syllables in "poltroons"
Word details
Syllables
2
pol · troons
Letters
9
p · o · l · t · r · o · o · n · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “poltroons”
The word “poltroons” contains 2 syllables, divided as pol · troons. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "poltroons" have?
"poltroons" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "poltroons" into syllables?
"poltroons" is divided into syllables as: pol · troons.
What is the Scrabble score for "poltroons"?
The Scrabble score for "poltroons" is 11 points.
Using “poltroons” in writing
Two-syllable words like "poltroons" (pol · troons) 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, “poltroons” 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.