How many syllables in “touchups”?
syllables in "touchups"
Word details
Syllables
2
touc · hups
Letters
8
t · o · u · c · h · u · p · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “touchups”
The word “touchups” contains 2 syllables, divided as touc · hups. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "touchups" have?
"touchups" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "touchups" into syllables?
"touchups" is divided into syllables as: touc · hups.
What is the Scrabble score for "touchups"?
The Scrabble score for "touchups" is 15 points.
Using “touchups” in writing
Two-syllable words like "touchups" (touc · hups) 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, “touchups” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.