How many syllables in “takeup”?
syllables in "takeup"
Word details
Syllables
2
ta · keup
Letters
6
t · a · k · e · u · p
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “takeup”
The word “takeup” contains 2 syllables, divided as ta · keup. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "takeup" have?
"takeup" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "takeup" into syllables?
"takeup" is divided into syllables as: ta · keup.
What is the Scrabble score for "takeup"?
The Scrabble score for "takeup" is 12 points.
Using “takeup” in writing
Two-syllable words like "takeup" (ta · keup) 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, “takeup” is worth 12 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 “takeup”
The letters in “takeup” can be rearranged to spell one other word: uptake.