How many syllables in “trochlea”?
syllables in "trochlea"
Word details
Syllables
2
troc · hlea
Letters
8
t · r · o · c · h · l · e · a
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “trochlea”
The word “trochlea” contains 2 syllables, divided as troc · hlea. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "trochlea" have?
"trochlea" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "trochlea" into syllables?
"trochlea" is divided into syllables as: troc · hlea.
What is the Scrabble score for "trochlea"?
The Scrabble score for "trochlea" is 13 points.
Using “trochlea” in writing
Two-syllable words like "trochlea" (troc · hlea) 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, “trochlea” 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.
Anagrams of “trochlea”
The letters in “trochlea” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: chelator, chlorate.