How many syllables in “torchbearers”?
syllables in "torchbearers"
Word details
Syllables
3
tor · chbea · rers
Letters
12
t · o · r · c · h · b · e · a · r · e · r · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “torchbearers”
The word “torchbearers” contains 3 syllables, divided as tor · chbea · rers. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "torchbearers" have?
"torchbearers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "torchbearers" into syllables?
"torchbearers" is divided into syllables as: tor · chbea · rers.
What is the Scrabble score for "torchbearers"?
The Scrabble score for "torchbearers" is 19 points.
Using “torchbearers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "torchbearers" (tor · chbea · rers) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “torchbearers” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.