How many syllables in “tolbooth”?
syllables in "tolbooth"
Word details
Syllables
2
tol · booth
Letters
8
t · o · l · b · o · o · t · h
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “tolbooth”
The word “tolbooth” contains 2 syllables, divided as tol · booth. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tolbooth" have?
"tolbooth" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tolbooth" into syllables?
"tolbooth" is divided into syllables as: tol · booth.
What is the Scrabble score for "tolbooth"?
The Scrabble score for "tolbooth" is 13 points.
Using “tolbooth” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tolbooth" (tol · booth) 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, “tolbooth” 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.