How many syllables in “torques”?
syllables in "torques"
Word details
Syllables
2
tor · ques
Letters
7
t · o · r · q · u · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “torques”
The word “torques” contains 2 syllables, divided as tor · ques. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "torques" have?
"torques" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "torques" into syllables?
"torques" is divided into syllables as: tor · ques.
What is the Scrabble score for "torques"?
The Scrabble score for "torques" is 16 points.
Using “torques” in writing
Two-syllable words like "torques" (tor · 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, “torques” is worth 16 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 “torques”
The letters in “torques” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: questor, quoters, roquets.