How many syllables in “braces”?
syllables in "braces"
Word details
Syllables
2
bra · ces
Letters
6
b · r · a · c · e · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “braces”
The word “braces” contains 2 syllables, divided as bra · ces. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "braces" have?
"braces" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "braces" into syllables?
"braces" is divided into syllables as: bra · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "braces"?
The Scrabble score for "braces" is 10 points.
Using “braces” in writing
Two-syllable words like "braces" (bra · ces) 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, “braces” is worth 10 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 “braces”
The letters in “braces” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cabers.