How many syllables in “tonsured”?
syllables in "tonsured"
Word details
Syllables
2
tons · ured
Letters
8
t · o · n · s · u · r · e · d
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “tonsured”
The word “tonsured” contains 2 syllables, divided as tons · ured. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tonsured" have?
"tonsured" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tonsured" into syllables?
"tonsured" is divided into syllables as: tons · ured.
What is the Scrabble score for "tonsured"?
The Scrabble score for "tonsured" is 9 points.
Using “tonsured” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tonsured" (tons · ured) 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, “tonsured” is worth 9 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 “tonsured”
The letters in “tonsured” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: roundest, unsorted.