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