How many syllables in “targets”?
syllables in "targets"
Word details
Syllables
2
tar · gets
Letters
7
t · a · r · g · e · t · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “targets”
The word “targets” contains 2 syllables, divided as tar · gets. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "targets" have?
"targets" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "targets" into syllables?
"targets" is divided into syllables as: tar · gets.
What is the Scrabble score for "targets"?
The Scrabble score for "targets" is 8 points.
Using “targets” in writing
Two-syllable words like "targets" (tar · gets) 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, “targets” is worth 8 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.