How many syllables in “teardrops”?
syllables in "teardrops"
Word details
Syllables
2
tear · drops
Letters
9
t · e · a · r · d · r · o · p · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “teardrops”
The word “teardrops” contains 2 syllables, divided as tear · drops. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "teardrops" have?
"teardrops" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "teardrops" into syllables?
"teardrops" is divided into syllables as: tear · drops.
What is the Scrabble score for "teardrops"?
The Scrabble score for "teardrops" is 12 points.
Using “teardrops” in writing
Two-syllable words like "teardrops" (tear · drops) 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, “teardrops” is worth 12 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 “teardrops”
The letters in “teardrops” can be rearranged to spell one other word: predators.