How many syllables in “roman”?
syllables in "roman"
Word details
Syllables
2
ro · man
Letters
5
r · o · m · a · n
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “roman”
The word “roman” contains 2 syllables, divided as ro · man. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "roman" have?
"roman" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "roman" into syllables?
"roman" is divided into syllables as: ro · man.
What is the Scrabble score for "roman"?
The Scrabble score for "roman" is 7 points.
Using “roman” in writing
Two-syllable words like "roman" (ro · man) 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, “roman” 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 “roman”
The letters in “roman” can be rearranged to spell one other word: manor.