How many syllables in “abases”?
syllables in "abases"
Word details
Syllables
2
aba · ses
Letters
6
a · b · a · s · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “abases”
The word “abases” contains 2 syllables, divided as aba · ses. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abases" have?
"abases" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "abases" into syllables?
"abases" is divided into syllables as: aba · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "abases"?
The Scrabble score for "abases" is 8 points.
Using “abases” in writing
Two-syllable words like "abases" (aba · ses) 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, “abases” 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 “abases”
The letters in “abases” can be rearranged to spell one other word: baases.