How many syllables in “talents”?
syllables in "talents"
Word details
Syllables
2
ta · lents
Letters
7
t · a · l · e · n · t · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “talents”
The word “talents” contains 2 syllables, divided as ta · lents. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "talents" have?
"talents" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "talents" into syllables?
"talents" is divided into syllables as: ta · lents.
What is the Scrabble score for "talents"?
The Scrabble score for "talents" is 7 points.
Using “talents” in writing
Two-syllable words like "talents" (ta · lents) 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, “talents” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “talents”
The letters in “talents” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: latents, lattens.