How many syllables in “awes”?
syllables in "awes"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · wes
Letters
4
a · w · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “awes”
The word “awes” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · wes. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "awes" have?
"awes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "awes" into syllables?
"awes" is divided into syllables as: a · wes.
What is the Scrabble score for "awes"?
The Scrabble score for "awes" is 7 points.
Using “awes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "awes" (a · wes) 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, “awes” 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 “awes”
The letters in “awes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: waes.