How many syllables in “dines”?
syllables in "dines"
Word details
Syllables
2
di · nes
Letters
5
d · i · n · e · s
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “dines”
The word “dines” contains 2 syllables, divided as di · nes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dines" have?
"dines" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dines" into syllables?
"dines" is divided into syllables as: di · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "dines"?
The Scrabble score for "dines" is 6 points.
Using “dines” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dines" (di · nes) 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, “dines” is worth 6 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 “dines”
The letters in “dines” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: nides, snide.