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