How many syllables in “duties”?
syllables in "duties"
Word details
Syllables
2
du · ties
Letters
6
d · u · t · i · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “duties”
The word “duties” contains 2 syllables, divided as du · ties. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "duties" have?
"duties" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "duties" into syllables?
"duties" is divided into syllables as: du · ties.
What is the Scrabble score for "duties"?
The Scrabble score for "duties" is 7 points.
Using “duties” in writing
Two-syllable words like "duties" (du · 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, “duties” 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 “duties”
The letters in “duties” can be rearranged to spell one other word: suited.