How many syllables in “apres”?
syllables in "apres"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · pres
Letters
5
a · p · r · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “apres”
The word “apres” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · pres. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "apres" have?
"apres" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "apres" into syllables?
"apres" is divided into syllables as: a · pres.
What is the Scrabble score for "apres"?
The Scrabble score for "apres" is 7 points.
Using “apres” in writing
Two-syllable words like "apres" (a · pres) 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, “apres” is worth 7 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 “apres”
The letters in “apres” can be rearranged to spell 11 other words: apers, asper, pares, parse, pears, prase, and 5 more.