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