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