How many syllables in “bookstores”?
syllables in "bookstores"
Word details
Syllables
3
book · sto · res
Letters
10
b · o · o · k · s · t · o · r · e · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “bookstores”
The word “bookstores” contains 3 syllables, divided as book · sto · res. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bookstores" have?
"bookstores" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "bookstores" into syllables?
"bookstores" is divided into syllables as: book · sto · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "bookstores"?
The Scrabble score for "bookstores" is 16 points.
Using “bookstores” in writing
Three-syllable words like "bookstores" (book · sto · res) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “bookstores” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.