How many syllables in “tablet”?
syllables in "tablet"
Word details
Syllables
2
ta · blet
Letters
6
t · a · b · l · e · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “tablet”
The word “tablet” contains 2 syllables, divided as ta · blet. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tablet" have?
"tablet" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tablet" into syllables?
"tablet" is divided into syllables as: ta · blet.
What is the Scrabble score for "tablet"?
The Scrabble score for "tablet" is 8 points.
Using “tablet” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tablet" (ta · blet) 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, “tablet” is worth 8 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.
Anagrams of “tablet”
The letters in “tablet” can be rearranged to spell one other word: battle.