How many syllables in “tonight”?
syllables in "tonight"
Word details
Syllables
2
to · night
Letters
7
t · o · n · i · g · h · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “tonight”
The word “tonight” contains 2 syllables, divided as to · night. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tonight" have?
"tonight" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tonight" into syllables?
"tonight" is divided into syllables as: to · night.
What is the Scrabble score for "tonight"?
The Scrabble score for "tonight" is 11 points.
Using “tonight” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tonight" (to · night) 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, “tonight” is worth 11 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.
Anagrams of “tonight”
The letters in “tonight” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hotting.