How many syllables in “touchdown”?
syllables in "touchdown"
Word details
Syllables
2
touc · hdown
Letters
9
t · o · u · c · h · d · o · w · n
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “touchdown”
The word “touchdown” contains 2 syllables, divided as touc · hdown. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "touchdown" have?
"touchdown" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "touchdown" into syllables?
"touchdown" is divided into syllables as: touc · hdown.
What is the Scrabble score for "touchdown"?
The Scrabble score for "touchdown" is 18 points.
Using “touchdown” in writing
Two-syllable words like "touchdown" (touc · hdown) 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, “touchdown” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.