How many syllables in “tequila”?
syllables in "tequila"
Word details
Syllables
3
te · qui · la
Letters
7
t · e · q · u · i · l · a
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “tequila”
The word “tequila” contains 3 syllables, divided as te · qui · la. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tequila" have?
"tequila" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "tequila" into syllables?
"tequila" is divided into syllables as: te · qui · la.
What is the Scrabble score for "tequila"?
The Scrabble score for "tequila" is 16 points.
Using “tequila” in writing
Three-syllable words like "tequila" (te · qui · la) 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, “tequila” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “tequila”
The letters in “tequila” can be rearranged to spell one other word: liquate.