How many syllables in “talon”?
syllables in "talon"
Word details
Syllables
2
ta · lon
Letters
5
t · a · l · o · n
Scrabble
5
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About the word “talon”
The word “talon” contains 2 syllables, divided as ta · lon. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "talon" have?
"talon" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "talon" into syllables?
"talon" is divided into syllables as: ta · lon.
What is the Scrabble score for "talon"?
The Scrabble score for "talon" is 5 points.
Using “talon” in writing
Two-syllable words like "talon" (ta · lon) 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, “talon” is worth 5 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 “talon”
The letters in “talon” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: notal, tolan, tonal.