How many syllables in “capes”?
syllables in "capes"
Word details
Syllables
2
ca · pes
Letters
5
c · a · p · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “capes”
The word “capes” contains 2 syllables, divided as ca · pes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "capes" have?
"capes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "capes" into syllables?
"capes" is divided into syllables as: ca · pes.
What is the Scrabble score for "capes"?
The Scrabble score for "capes" is 9 points.
Using “capes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "capes" (ca · pes) 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, “capes” is worth 9 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 “capes”
The letters in “capes” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: paces, scape, space.