How many syllables in “turnup”?
syllables in "turnup"
Word details
Syllables
2
tur · nup
Letters
6
t · u · r · n · u · p
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “turnup”
The word “turnup” contains 2 syllables, divided as tur · nup. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "turnup" have?
"turnup" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "turnup" into syllables?
"turnup" is divided into syllables as: tur · nup.
What is the Scrabble score for "turnup"?
The Scrabble score for "turnup" is 8 points.
Using “turnup” in writing
Two-syllable words like "turnup" (tur · nup) 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, “turnup” is worth 8 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 “turnup”
The letters in “turnup” can be rearranged to spell one other word: upturn.