How many syllables in “teaselled”?
syllables in "teaselled"
Word details
Syllables
2
tease · lled
Letters
9
t · e · a · s · e · l · l · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “teaselled”
The word “teaselled” contains 2 syllables, divided as tease · lled. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "teaselled" have?
"teaselled" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "teaselled" into syllables?
"teaselled" is divided into syllables as: tease · lled.
What is the Scrabble score for "teaselled"?
The Scrabble score for "teaselled" is 10 points.
Using “teaselled” in writing
Two-syllable words like "teaselled" (tease · lled) 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, “teaselled” 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.