How many syllables in “tension”?
syllables in "tension"
Word details
Syllables
2
ten · sion
Letters
7
t · e · n · s · i · o · n
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “tension”
The word “tension” contains 2 syllables, divided as ten · sion. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tension" have?
"tension" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tension" into syllables?
"tension" is divided into syllables as: ten · sion.
What is the Scrabble score for "tension"?
The Scrabble score for "tension" is 7 points.
Using “tension” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tension" (ten · sion) 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, “tension” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “tension”
The letters in “tension” can be rearranged to spell one other word: intones.