How many syllables in “temperance”?
syllables in "temperance"
Word details
Syllables
3
temp · eran · ce
Letters
10
t · e · m · p · e · r · a · n · c · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “temperance”
The word “temperance” contains 3 syllables, divided as temp · eran · ce. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "temperance" have?
"temperance" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "temperance" into syllables?
"temperance" is divided into syllables as: temp · eran · ce.
What is the Scrabble score for "temperance"?
The Scrabble score for "temperance" is 16 points.
Using “temperance” in writing
Three-syllable words like "temperance" (temp · eran · ce) 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, “temperance” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.