How many syllables in “tutor”?
syllables in "tutor"
Word details
Syllables
2
tu · tor
Letters
5
t · u · t · o · r
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “tutor”
The word “tutor” contains 2 syllables, divided as tu · tor. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tutor" have?
"tutor" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tutor" into syllables?
"tutor" is divided into syllables as: tu · tor.
What is the Scrabble score for "tutor"?
The Scrabble score for "tutor" is 5 points.
Using “tutor” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tutor" (tu · tor) 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, “tutor” is worth 5 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 “tutor”
The letters in “tutor” can be rearranged to spell one other word: trout.