How many syllables in “electees”?
syllables in "electees"
Word details
Syllables
3
e · lec · tees
Letters
8
e · l · e · c · t · e · e · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “electees”
The word “electees” contains 3 syllables, divided as e · lec · tees. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "electees" have?
"electees" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "electees" into syllables?
"electees" is divided into syllables as: e · lec · tees.
What is the Scrabble score for "electees"?
The Scrabble score for "electees" is 10 points.
Using “electees” in writing
Three-syllable words like "electees" (e · lec · tees) 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, “electees” is worth 10 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 “electees”
The letters in “electees” can be rearranged to spell one other word: selectee.