How many syllables in “tolane”?
syllables in "tolane"
Word details
Syllables
2
tol · ane
Letters
6
t · o · l · a · n · e
Scrabble
6
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About the word “tolane”
The word “tolane” contains 2 syllables, divided as tol · ane. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tolane" have?
"tolane" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tolane" into syllables?
"tolane" is divided into syllables as: tol · ane.
What is the Scrabble score for "tolane"?
The Scrabble score for "tolane" is 6 points.
Using “tolane” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tolane" (tol · ane) 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, “tolane” is worth 6 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 “tolane”
The letters in “tolane” can be rearranged to spell one other word: etalon.