How many syllables in “battles”?
syllables in "battles"
Word details
Syllables
2
bat · tles
Letters
7
b · a · t · t · l · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “battles”
The word “battles” contains 2 syllables, divided as bat · tles. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "battles" have?
"battles" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "battles" into syllables?
"battles" is divided into syllables as: bat · tles.
What is the Scrabble score for "battles"?
The Scrabble score for "battles" is 9 points.
Using “battles” in writing
Two-syllable words like "battles" (bat · tles) 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, “battles” is worth 9 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 “battles”
The letters in “battles” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tablets.