How many syllables in “tomes”?
syllables in "tomes"
Word details
Syllables
2
to · mes
Letters
5
t · o · m · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “tomes”
The word “tomes” contains 2 syllables, divided as to · mes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tomes" have?
"tomes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tomes" into syllables?
"tomes" is divided into syllables as: to · mes.
What is the Scrabble score for "tomes"?
The Scrabble score for "tomes" is 7 points.
Using “tomes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tomes" (to · mes) 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, “tomes” is worth 7 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 “tomes”
The letters in “tomes” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: moste, motes, smote.