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How many syllables in “terraforms”?

3

syllables in "terraforms"

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Word details

Syllables

3

ter · ra · forms

Letters

10

t · e · r · r · a · f · o · r · m · s

Scrabble

15

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
e1
r1
r1
a1
f4
o1
r1
m3
s1

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About the word “terraforms

The word terraforms contains 3 syllables, divided as ter · ra · forms. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "terraforms" have?

"terraforms" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "terraforms" into syllables?

"terraforms" is divided into syllables as: ter · ra · forms.

What is the Scrabble score for "terraforms"?

The Scrabble score for "terraforms" is 15 points.

Using “terraforms” in writing

Three-syllable words like "terraforms" (ter · ra · forms) 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, terraforms is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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