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How many syllables in “typhoons”?

2

syllables in "typhoons"

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Word details

Syllables

2

typ · hoons

Letters

8

t · y · p · h · o · o · n · s

Scrabble

16

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
y4
p3
h4
o1
o1
n1
s1

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About the word “typhoons

The word typhoons contains 2 syllables, divided as typ · hoons. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "typhoons" have?

"typhoons" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "typhoons" into syllables?

"typhoons" is divided into syllables as: typ · hoons.

What is the Scrabble score for "typhoons"?

The Scrabble score for "typhoons" is 16 points.

Using “typhoons” in writing

Two-syllable words like "typhoons" (typ · hoons) 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, typhoons is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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