How many syllables in “turner”?
syllables in "turner"
Word details
Syllables
2
tur · ner
Letters
6
t · u · r · n · e · r
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “turner”
The word “turner” contains 2 syllables, divided as tur · ner. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "turner" have?
"turner" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "turner" into syllables?
"turner" is divided into syllables as: tur · ner.
What is the Scrabble score for "turner"?
The Scrabble score for "turner" is 6 points.
Using “turner” in writing
Two-syllable words like "turner" (tur · ner) 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, “turner” is worth 6 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 “turner”
The letters in “turner” can be rearranged to spell one other word: return.