How many syllables in “tormentor”?
syllables in "tormentor"
Word details
Syllables
3
tor · men · tor
Letters
9
t · o · r · m · e · n · t · o · r
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “tormentor”
The word “tormentor” contains 3 syllables, divided as tor · men · tor. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tormentor" have?
"tormentor" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "tormentor" into syllables?
"tormentor" is divided into syllables as: tor · men · tor.
What is the Scrabble score for "tormentor"?
The Scrabble score for "tormentor" is 11 points.
Using “tormentor” in writing
Three-syllable words like "tormentor" (tor · men · tor) 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, “tormentor” is worth 11 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.