How many syllables in “tendrils”?
syllables in "tendrils"
Word details
Syllables
2
ten · drils
Letters
8
t · e · n · d · r · i · l · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “tendrils”
The word “tendrils” contains 2 syllables, divided as ten · drils. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tendrils" have?
"tendrils" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tendrils" into syllables?
"tendrils" is divided into syllables as: ten · drils.
What is the Scrabble score for "tendrils"?
The Scrabble score for "tendrils" is 9 points.
Using “tendrils” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tendrils" (ten · drils) 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, “tendrils” is worth 9 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 “tendrils”
The letters in “tendrils” can be rearranged to spell one other word: trindles.