How many syllables in “tailbacks”?
syllables in "tailbacks"
Word details
Syllables
2
tail · backs
Letters
9
t · a · i · l · b · a · c · k · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “tailbacks”
The word “tailbacks” contains 2 syllables, divided as tail · backs. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tailbacks" have?
"tailbacks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tailbacks" into syllables?
"tailbacks" is divided into syllables as: tail · backs.
What is the Scrabble score for "tailbacks"?
The Scrabble score for "tailbacks" is 17 points.
Using “tailbacks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tailbacks" (tail · backs) 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, “tailbacks” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.