How many syllables in “tourbillion”?
syllables in "tourbillion"
Word details
Syllables
3
tour · bil · lion
Letters
11
t · o · u · r · b · i · l · l · i · o · n
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “tourbillion”
The word “tourbillion” contains 3 syllables, divided as tour · bil · lion. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tourbillion" have?
"tourbillion" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "tourbillion" into syllables?
"tourbillion" is divided into syllables as: tour · bil · lion.
What is the Scrabble score for "tourbillion"?
The Scrabble score for "tourbillion" is 13 points.
Using “tourbillion” in writing
Three-syllable words like "tourbillion" (tour · bil · lion) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “tourbillion” is worth 13 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.