How many syllables in “tonic”?
syllables in "tonic"
Word details
Syllables
2
to · nic
Letters
5
t · o · n · i · c
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “tonic”
The word “tonic” contains 2 syllables, divided as to · nic. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tonic" have?
"tonic" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tonic" into syllables?
"tonic" is divided into syllables as: to · nic.
What is the Scrabble score for "tonic"?
The Scrabble score for "tonic" is 7 points.
Using “tonic” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tonic" (to · nic) 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, “tonic” 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 “tonic”
The letters in “tonic” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ontic.