How many syllables in “bees”?
syllable in "bees"
Word details
Syllables
1
bees
Letters
4
b · e · e · s
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “bees”
The word “bees” contains 1 syllable, divided as bees. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bees" have?
"bees" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "bees" into syllables?
"bees" is divided into syllables as: bees.
What is the Scrabble score for "bees"?
The Scrabble score for "bees" is 6 points.
Using “bees” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "bees" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “bees” 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.