How many syllables in “tower”?
syllables in "tower"
Word details
Syllables
2
to · wer
Letters
5
t · o · w · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “tower”
The word “tower” contains 2 syllables, divided as to · wer. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tower" have?
"tower" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tower" into syllables?
"tower" is divided into syllables as: to · wer.
What is the Scrabble score for "tower"?
The Scrabble score for "tower" is 8 points.
Using “tower” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tower" (to · wer) 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, “tower” 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 “tower”
The letters in “tower” can be rearranged to spell one other word: wrote.