How many syllables in “tulip”?
syllables in "tulip"
Word details
Syllables
2
tu · lip
Letters
5
t · u · l · i · p
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “tulip”
The word “tulip” contains 2 syllables, divided as tu · lip. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tulip" have?
"tulip" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tulip" into syllables?
"tulip" is divided into syllables as: tu · lip.
What is the Scrabble score for "tulip"?
The Scrabble score for "tulip" is 7 points.
Using “tulip” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tulip" (tu · lip) 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, “tulip” 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 “tulip”
The letters in “tulip” can be rearranged to spell one other word: uplit.