How many syllables in “tendril”?
syllables in "tendril"
Word details
Syllables
2
ten · dril
Letters
7
t · e · n · d · r · i · l
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “tendril”
The word “tendril” contains 2 syllables, divided as ten · dril. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tendril" have?
"tendril" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tendril" into syllables?
"tendril" is divided into syllables as: ten · dril.
What is the Scrabble score for "tendril"?
The Scrabble score for "tendril" is 8 points.
Using “tendril” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tendril" (ten · dril) 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, “tendril” is worth 8 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.
Anagrams of “tendril”
The letters in “tendril” can be rearranged to spell one other word: trindle.