How many syllables in “tampon”?
syllables in "tampon"
Word details
Syllables
2
tam · pon
Letters
6
t · a · m · p · o · n
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “tampon”
The word “tampon” contains 2 syllables, divided as tam · pon. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tampon" have?
"tampon" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tampon" into syllables?
"tampon" is divided into syllables as: tam · pon.
What is the Scrabble score for "tampon"?
The Scrabble score for "tampon" is 10 points.
Using “tampon” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tampon" (tam · pon) 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, “tampon” is worth 10 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 “tampon”
The letters in “tampon” can be rearranged to spell one other word: potman.