How many syllables in “tearooms”?
syllables in "tearooms"
Word details
Syllables
2
tea · rooms
Letters
8
t · e · a · r · o · o · m · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “tearooms”
The word “tearooms” contains 2 syllables, divided as tea · rooms. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tearooms" have?
"tearooms" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tearooms" into syllables?
"tearooms" is divided into syllables as: tea · rooms.
What is the Scrabble score for "tearooms"?
The Scrabble score for "tearooms" is 10 points.
Using “tearooms” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tearooms" (tea · rooms) 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, “tearooms” is worth 10 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.