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How many syllables in “tendence”?

2

syllables in "tendence"

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Word details

Syllables

2

tend · ence

Letters

8

t · e · n · d · e · n · c · e

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
e1
n1
d2
e1
n1
c3
e1

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About the word “tendence

The word tendence contains 2 syllables, divided as tend · ence. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "tendence" have?

"tendence" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "tendence" into syllables?

"tendence" is divided into syllables as: tend · ence.

What is the Scrabble score for "tendence"?

The Scrabble score for "tendence" is 11 points.

Using “tendence” in writing

Two-syllable words like "tendence" (tend · ence) 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, tendence is worth 11 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.

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