How many syllables in “calques”?
syllables in "calques"
Word details
Syllables
2
cal · ques
Letters
7
c · a · l · q · u · e · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “calques”
The word “calques” contains 2 syllables, divided as cal · ques. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "calques" have?
"calques" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "calques" into syllables?
"calques" is divided into syllables as: cal · ques.
What is the Scrabble score for "calques"?
The Scrabble score for "calques" is 18 points.
Using “calques” in writing
Two-syllable words like "calques" (cal · ques) 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, “calques” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “calques”
The letters in “calques” can be rearranged to spell one other word: claques.