How many syllables in “toques”?
syllables in "toques"
Word details
Syllables
2
to · ques
Letters
6
t · o · q · u · e · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “toques”
The word “toques” contains 2 syllables, divided as to · ques. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "toques" have?
"toques" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "toques" into syllables?
"toques" is divided into syllables as: to · ques.
What is the Scrabble score for "toques"?
The Scrabble score for "toques" is 15 points.
Using “toques” in writing
Two-syllable words like "toques" (to · ques) 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, “toques” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “toques”
The letters in “toques” can be rearranged to spell one other word: quotes.