How many syllables in “terne”?
syllable in "terne"
Word details
Syllables
1
terne
Letters
5
t · e · r · n · e
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “terne”
The word “terne” contains 1 syllable, divided as terne. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "terne" have?
"terne" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "terne" into syllables?
"terne" is divided into syllables as: terne.
What is the Scrabble score for "terne"?
The Scrabble score for "terne" is 5 points.
Using “terne” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "terne" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “terne” is worth 5 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 “terne”
The letters in “terne” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: enter, rente, treen.