How many syllables in “teardowns”?
syllables in "teardowns"
Word details
Syllables
2
tear · downs
Letters
9
t · e · a · r · d · o · w · n · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “teardowns”
The word “teardowns” contains 2 syllables, divided as tear · downs. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "teardowns" have?
"teardowns" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "teardowns" into syllables?
"teardowns" is divided into syllables as: tear · downs.
What is the Scrabble score for "teardowns"?
The Scrabble score for "teardowns" is 13 points.
Using “teardowns” in writing
Two-syllable words like "teardowns" (tear · downs) 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, “teardowns” 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.
Anagrams of “teardowns”
The letters in “teardowns” can be rearranged to spell one other word: daneworts.