How many syllables in “teardrop”?
syllables in "teardrop"
Word details
Syllables
2
tear · drop
Letters
8
t · e · a · r · d · r · o · p
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “teardrop”
The word “teardrop” contains 2 syllables, divided as tear · drop. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "teardrop" have?
"teardrop" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "teardrop" into syllables?
"teardrop" is divided into syllables as: tear · drop.
What is the Scrabble score for "teardrop"?
The Scrabble score for "teardrop" is 11 points.
Using “teardrop” in writing
Two-syllable words like "teardrop" (tear · drop) 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, “teardrop” is worth 11 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 “teardrop”
The letters in “teardrop” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: parroted, predator, prorated.