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How many syllables in “tankful”?

2

syllables in "tankful"

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Word details

Syllables

2

tan · kful

Letters

7

t · a · n · k · f · u · l

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
a1
n1
k5
f4
u1
l1

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About the word “tankful

The word tankful contains 2 syllables, divided as tan · kful. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "tankful" have?

"tankful" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "tankful" into syllables?

"tankful" is divided into syllables as: tan · kful.

What is the Scrabble score for "tankful"?

The Scrabble score for "tankful" is 14 points.

Using “tankful” in writing

Two-syllable words like "tankful" (tan · kful) 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, tankful is worth 14 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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