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