How many syllables in “tribade”?
syllables in "tribade"
Word details
Syllables
2
trib · ade
Letters
7
t · r · i · b · a · d · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “tribade”
The word “tribade” contains 2 syllables, divided as trib · ade. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tribade" have?
"tribade" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tribade" into syllables?
"tribade" is divided into syllables as: trib · ade.
What is the Scrabble score for "tribade"?
The Scrabble score for "tribade" is 10 points.
Using “tribade” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tribade" (trib · ade) 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, “tribade” is worth 10 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 “tribade”
The letters in “tribade” can be rearranged to spell one other word: redbait.