How many syllables in “torso”?
syllables in "torso"
Word details
Syllables
2
tor · so
Letters
5
t · o · r · s · o
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “torso”
The word “torso” contains 2 syllables, divided as tor · so. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "torso" have?
"torso" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "torso" into syllables?
"torso" is divided into syllables as: tor · so.
What is the Scrabble score for "torso"?
The Scrabble score for "torso" is 5 points.
Using “torso” in writing
Two-syllable words like "torso" (tor · so) 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, “torso” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “torso”
The letters in “torso” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: roost, roots, rotos, toros.