How many syllables in “tolan”?
syllables in "tolan"
Word details
Syllables
2
to · lan
Letters
5
t · o · l · a · n
Scrabble
5
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About the word “tolan”
The word “tolan” contains 2 syllables, divided as to · lan. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tolan" have?
"tolan" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tolan" into syllables?
"tolan" is divided into syllables as: to · lan.
What is the Scrabble score for "tolan"?
The Scrabble score for "tolan" is 5 points.
Using “tolan” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tolan" (to · lan) 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, “tolan” 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 “tolan”
The letters in “tolan” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: notal, talon, tonal.