How many syllables in “totem”?
syllables in "totem"
Word details
Syllables
2
to · tem
Letters
5
t · o · t · e · m
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “totem”
The word “totem” contains 2 syllables, divided as to · tem. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "totem" have?
"totem" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "totem" into syllables?
"totem" is divided into syllables as: to · tem.
What is the Scrabble score for "totem"?
The Scrabble score for "totem" is 7 points.
Using “totem” in writing
Two-syllable words like "totem" (to · tem) 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, “totem” is worth 7 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 “totem”
The letters in “totem” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: motet, motte.