How many syllables in “telephone”?
syllables in "telephone"
Word details
Syllables
3
tel · eph · one
Letters
9
t · e · l · e · p · h · o · n · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “telephone”
The word “telephone” contains 3 syllables, divided as tel · eph · one. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "telephone" have?
"telephone" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "telephone" into syllables?
"telephone" is divided into syllables as: tel · eph · one.
What is the Scrabble score for "telephone"?
The Scrabble score for "telephone" is 14 points.
Using “telephone” in writing
Three-syllable words like "telephone" (tel · eph · one) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “telephone” is worth 14 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.