How many syllables in “tailored”?
syllables in "tailored"
Word details
Syllables
2
tail · ored
Letters
8
t · a · i · l · o · r · e · d
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “tailored”
The word “tailored” contains 2 syllables, divided as tail · ored. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tailored" have?
"tailored" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tailored" into syllables?
"tailored" is divided into syllables as: tail · ored.
What is the Scrabble score for "tailored"?
The Scrabble score for "tailored" is 9 points.
Using “tailored” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tailored" (tail · ored) 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, “tailored” is worth 9 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 “tailored”
The letters in “tailored” can be rearranged to spell one other word: idolater.