How many syllables in “tailspin”?
syllables in "tailspin"
Word details
Syllables
2
tail · spin
Letters
8
t · a · i · l · s · p · i · n
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “tailspin”
The word “tailspin” contains 2 syllables, divided as tail · spin. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tailspin" have?
"tailspin" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tailspin" into syllables?
"tailspin" is divided into syllables as: tail · spin.
What is the Scrabble score for "tailspin"?
The Scrabble score for "tailspin" is 10 points.
Using “tailspin” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tailspin" (tail · spin) 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, “tailspin” 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.
Anagrams of “tailspin”
The letters in “tailspin” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: alpinist, antislip, pintails.