How many syllables in “cities”?
syllables in "cities"
Word details
Syllables
2
ci · ties
Letters
6
c · i · t · i · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “cities”
The word “cities” contains 2 syllables, divided as ci · ties. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cities" have?
"cities" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cities" into syllables?
"cities" is divided into syllables as: ci · ties.
What is the Scrabble score for "cities"?
The Scrabble score for "cities" is 8 points.
Using “cities” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cities" (ci · ties) 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, “cities” is worth 8 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 “cities”
The letters in “cities” can be rearranged to spell one other word: iciest.