How many syllables in “tendency”?
syllables in "tendency"
Word details
Syllables
3
ten · den · cy
Letters
8
t · e · n · d · e · n · c · y
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “tendency”
The word “tendency” contains 3 syllables, divided as ten · den · cy. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tendency" have?
"tendency" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "tendency" into syllables?
"tendency" is divided into syllables as: ten · den · cy.
What is the Scrabble score for "tendency"?
The Scrabble score for "tendency" is 14 points.
Using “tendency” in writing
Three-syllable words like "tendency" (ten · den · cy) 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, “tendency” 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.