How many syllables in “aces”?
syllables in "aces"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · ces
Letters
4
a · c · e · s
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “aces”
The word “aces” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · ces. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "aces" have?
"aces" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "aces" into syllables?
"aces" is divided into syllables as: a · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "aces"?
The Scrabble score for "aces" is 6 points.
Using “aces” in writing
Two-syllable words like "aces" (a · ces) 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, “aces” is worth 6 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 “aces”
The letters in “aces” can be rearranged to spell one other word: case.