How many syllables in “tossup”?
syllables in "tossup"
Word details
Syllables
2
tos · sup
Letters
6
t · o · s · s · u · p
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “tossup”
The word “tossup” contains 2 syllables, divided as tos · sup. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tossup" have?
"tossup" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tossup" into syllables?
"tossup" is divided into syllables as: tos · sup.
What is the Scrabble score for "tossup"?
The Scrabble score for "tossup" is 8 points.
Using “tossup” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tossup" (tos · sup) 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, “tossup” is worth 8 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.
Anagrams of “tossup”
The letters in “tossup” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: spouts, stoups, uptoss.