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