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How many syllables in “tradeoffs”?

2

syllables in "tradeoffs"

tradeoffs
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Word details

Syllables

2

tra · deoffs

Letters

9

t · r · a · d · e · o · f · f · s

Scrabble

16

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
r1
a1
d2
e1
o1
f4
f4
s1

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About the word “tradeoffs

The word tradeoffs contains 2 syllables, divided as tra · deoffs. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "tradeoffs" have?

"tradeoffs" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "tradeoffs" into syllables?

"tradeoffs" is divided into syllables as: tra · deoffs.

What is the Scrabble score for "tradeoffs"?

The Scrabble score for "tradeoffs" is 16 points.

Using “tradeoffs” in writing

Two-syllable words like "tradeoffs" (tra · deoffs) 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, tradeoffs is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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