How many syllables in “toilsome”?
syllables in "toilsome"
Word details
Syllables
2
toil · some
Letters
8
t · o · i · l · s · o · m · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “toilsome”
The word “toilsome” contains 2 syllables, divided as toil · some. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "toilsome" have?
"toilsome" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "toilsome" into syllables?
"toilsome" is divided into syllables as: toil · some.
What is the Scrabble score for "toilsome"?
The Scrabble score for "toilsome" is 10 points.
Using “toilsome” in writing
Two-syllable words like "toilsome" (toil · some) 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, “toilsome” is worth 10 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.