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How many syllables in “torchons”?

2

syllables in "torchons"

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Word details

Syllables

2

tor · chons

Letters

8

t · o · r · c · h · o · n · s

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
o1
r1
c3
h4
o1
n1
s1

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About the word “torchons

The word torchons contains 2 syllables, divided as tor · chons. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "torchons" have?

"torchons" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "torchons" into syllables?

"torchons" is divided into syllables as: tor · chons.

What is the Scrabble score for "torchons"?

The Scrabble score for "torchons" is 13 points.

Using “torchons” in writing

Two-syllable words like "torchons" (tor · chons) 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, torchons is worth 13 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.

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