How many syllables in “tome”?
syllable in "tome"
Word details
Syllables
1
tome
Letters
4
t · o · m · e
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “tome”
The word “tome” contains 1 syllable, divided as tome. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tome" have?
"tome" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "tome" into syllables?
"tome" is divided into syllables as: tome.
What is the Scrabble score for "tome"?
The Scrabble score for "tome" is 6 points.
Using “tome” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "tome" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “tome” 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 “tome”
The letters in “tome” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mote.