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