How many syllables in “bores”?
syllables in "bores"
Word details
Syllables
2
bo · res
Letters
5
b · o · r · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “bores”
The word “bores” contains 2 syllables, divided as bo · res. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bores" have?
"bores" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bores" into syllables?
"bores" is divided into syllables as: bo · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "bores"?
The Scrabble score for "bores" is 7 points.
Using “bores” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bores" (bo · 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, “bores” 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 “bores”
The letters in “bores” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: brose, robes, sober.