How many syllables in “taluses”?
syllables in "taluses"
Word details
Syllables
2
talu · ses
Letters
7
t · a · l · u · s · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “taluses”
The word “taluses” contains 2 syllables, divided as talu · ses. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "taluses" have?
"taluses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "taluses" into syllables?
"taluses" is divided into syllables as: talu · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "taluses"?
The Scrabble score for "taluses" is 7 points.
Using “taluses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "taluses" (talu · ses) 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, “taluses” 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 “taluses”
The letters in “taluses” can be rearranged to spell one other word: salutes.