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