How many syllables in “aides”?
syllables in "aides"
Word details
Syllables
2
ai · des
Letters
5
a · i · d · e · s
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “aides”
The word “aides” contains 2 syllables, divided as ai · des. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "aides" have?
"aides" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "aides" into syllables?
"aides" is divided into syllables as: ai · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "aides"?
The Scrabble score for "aides" is 6 points.
Using “aides” in writing
Two-syllable words like "aides" (ai · des) 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, “aides” 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 “aides”
The letters in “aides” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: aside, ideas.