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