How many syllables in “rondo”?
syllables in "rondo"
Word details
Syllables
2
ron · do
Letters
5
r · o · n · d · o
Scrabble
6
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About the word “rondo”
The word “rondo” contains 2 syllables, divided as ron · do. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rondo" have?
"rondo" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rondo" into syllables?
"rondo" is divided into syllables as: ron · do.
What is the Scrabble score for "rondo"?
The Scrabble score for "rondo" is 6 points.
Using “rondo” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rondo" (ron · do) 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, “rondo” is worth 6 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 “rondo”
The letters in “rondo” can be rearranged to spell one other word: donor.