How many syllables in “toothpicks”?
syllables in "toothpicks"
Word details
Syllables
2
toot · hpicks
Letters
10
t · o · o · t · h · p · i · c · k · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “toothpicks”
The word “toothpicks” contains 2 syllables, divided as toot · hpicks. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "toothpicks" have?
"toothpicks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "toothpicks" into syllables?
"toothpicks" is divided into syllables as: toot · hpicks.
What is the Scrabble score for "toothpicks"?
The Scrabble score for "toothpicks" is 21 points.
Using “toothpicks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "toothpicks" (toot · hpicks) 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, “toothpicks” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.