How many syllables in “turbine”?
syllables in "turbine"
Word details
Syllables
2
turb · ine
Letters
7
t · u · r · b · i · n · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “turbine”
The word “turbine” contains 2 syllables, divided as turb · ine. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "turbine" have?
"turbine" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "turbine" into syllables?
"turbine" is divided into syllables as: turb · ine.
What is the Scrabble score for "turbine"?
The Scrabble score for "turbine" is 9 points.
Using “turbine” in writing
Two-syllable words like "turbine" (turb · ine) 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, “turbine” is worth 9 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 “turbine”
The letters in “turbine” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tribune.