How many syllables in “triolet”?
syllables in "triolet"
Word details
Syllables
2
trio · let
Letters
7
t · r · i · o · l · e · t
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “triolet”
The word “triolet” contains 2 syllables, divided as trio · let. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "triolet" have?
"triolet" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "triolet" into syllables?
"triolet" is divided into syllables as: trio · let.
What is the Scrabble score for "triolet"?
The Scrabble score for "triolet" is 7 points.
Using “triolet” in writing
Two-syllable words like "triolet" (trio · let) 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, “triolet” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “triolet”
The letters in “triolet” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tortile.