How many syllables in “timeworn”?
syllables in "timeworn"
Word details
Syllables
3
ti · me · worn
Letters
8
t · i · m · e · w · o · r · n
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “timeworn”
The word “timeworn” contains 3 syllables, divided as ti · me · worn. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "timeworn" have?
"timeworn" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "timeworn" into syllables?
"timeworn" is divided into syllables as: ti · me · worn.
What is the Scrabble score for "timeworn"?
The Scrabble score for "timeworn" is 13 points.
Using “timeworn” in writing
Three-syllable words like "timeworn" (ti · me · worn) 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, “timeworn” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.