How many syllables in “abides”?
syllables in "abides"
Word details
Syllables
3
a · bi · des
Letters
6
a · b · i · d · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “abides”
The word “abides” contains 3 syllables, divided as a · bi · des. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abides" have?
"abides" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "abides" into syllables?
"abides" is divided into syllables as: a · bi · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "abides"?
The Scrabble score for "abides" is 9 points.
Using “abides” in writing
Three-syllable words like "abides" (a · bi · des) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “abides” is worth 9 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 “abides”
The letters in “abides” can be rearranged to spell one other word: biased.