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How many syllables in “tenuous”?

2

syllables in "tenuous"

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Word details

Syllables

2

te · nuous

Letters

7

t · e · n · u · o · u · s

Scrabble

7

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
e1
n1
u1
o1
u1
s1

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About the word “tenuous

The word tenuous contains 2 syllables, divided as te · nuous. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "tenuous" have?

"tenuous" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "tenuous" into syllables?

"tenuous" is divided into syllables as: te · nuous.

What is the Scrabble score for "tenuous"?

The Scrabble score for "tenuous" is 7 points.

Using “tenuous” in writing

Two-syllable words like "tenuous" (te · nuous) 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, tenuous 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.

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