How many syllables in “cites”?
syllables in "cites"
Word details
Syllables
2
ci · tes
Letters
5
c · i · t · e · s
Scrabble
7
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About the word “cites”
The word “cites” contains 2 syllables, divided as ci · tes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cites" have?
"cites" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cites" into syllables?
"cites" is divided into syllables as: ci · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "cites"?
The Scrabble score for "cites" is 7 points.
Using “cites” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cites" (ci · tes) 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, “cites” 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 “cites”
The letters in “cites” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cesti.