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How many syllables in “wantons”?

2

syllables in "wantons"

wantons
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Word details

Syllables

2

wan · tons

Letters

7

w · a · n · t · o · n · s

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

w4
a1
n1
t1
o1
n1
s1

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About the word “wantons

The word wantons contains 2 syllables, divided as wan · tons. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "wantons" have?

"wantons" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "wantons" into syllables?

"wantons" is divided into syllables as: wan · tons.

What is the Scrabble score for "wantons"?

The Scrabble score for "wantons" is 10 points.

Using “wantons” in writing

Two-syllable words like "wantons" (wan · tons) 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, wantons is worth 10 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.

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