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How many syllables in “tamburas”?

3

syllables in "tamburas"

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Word details

Syllables

3

tam · bu · ras

Letters

8

t · a · m · b · u · r · a · s

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
a1
m3
b3
u1
r1
a1
s1

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About the word “tamburas

The word tamburas contains 3 syllables, divided as tam · bu · ras. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "tamburas" have?

"tamburas" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "tamburas" into syllables?

"tamburas" is divided into syllables as: tam · bu · ras.

What is the Scrabble score for "tamburas"?

The Scrabble score for "tamburas" is 12 points.

Using “tamburas” in writing

Three-syllable words like "tamburas" (tam · bu · ras) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, tamburas 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.

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