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