How many syllables in “declares”?
syllables in "declares"
Word details
Syllables
3
de · cla · res
Letters
8
d · e · c · l · a · r · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “declares”
The word “declares” contains 3 syllables, divided as de · cla · res. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "declares" have?
"declares" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "declares" into syllables?
"declares" is divided into syllables as: de · cla · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "declares"?
The Scrabble score for "declares" is 11 points.
Using “declares” in writing
Three-syllable words like "declares" (de · cla · res) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “declares” is worth 11 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 “declares”
The letters in “declares” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rescaled.