How many syllables in “tailslide”?
syllables in "tailslide"
Word details
Syllables
2
tails · lide
Letters
9
t · a · i · l · s · l · i · d · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “tailslide”
The word “tailslide” contains 2 syllables, divided as tails · lide. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tailslide" have?
"tailslide" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tailslide" into syllables?
"tailslide" is divided into syllables as: tails · lide.
What is the Scrabble score for "tailslide"?
The Scrabble score for "tailslide" is 10 points.
Using “tailslide” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tailslide" (tails · lide) 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, “tailslide” is worth 10 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.