How many syllables in “rotund”?
syllables in "rotund"
Word details
Syllables
2
ro · tund
Letters
6
r · o · t · u · n · d
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “rotund”
The word “rotund” contains 2 syllables, divided as ro · tund. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rotund" have?
"rotund" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rotund" into syllables?
"rotund" is divided into syllables as: ro · tund.
What is the Scrabble score for "rotund"?
The Scrabble score for "rotund" is 7 points.
Using “rotund” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rotund" (ro · tund) 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, “rotund” 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 “rotund”
The letters in “rotund” can be rearranged to spell one other word: untrod.