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How many syllables in “tanglement”?

3

syllables in "tanglement"

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Word details

Syllables

3

tan · gle · ment

Letters

10

t · a · n · g · l · e · m · e · n · t

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
a1
n1
g2
l1
e1
m3
e1
n1
t1

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About the word “tanglement

The word tanglement contains 3 syllables, divided as tan · gle · ment. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "tanglement" have?

"tanglement" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "tanglement" into syllables?

"tanglement" is divided into syllables as: tan · gle · ment.

What is the Scrabble score for "tanglement"?

The Scrabble score for "tanglement" is 13 points.

Using “tanglement” in writing

Three-syllable words like "tanglement" (tan · gle · ment) 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, tanglement is worth 13 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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