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