How many syllables in “esteems”?
syllables in "esteems"
Word details
Syllables
2
e · steems
Letters
7
e · s · t · e · e · m · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “esteems”
The word “esteems” contains 2 syllables, divided as e · steems. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "esteems" have?
"esteems" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "esteems" into syllables?
"esteems" is divided into syllables as: e · steems.
What is the Scrabble score for "esteems"?
The Scrabble score for "esteems" is 9 points.
Using “esteems” in writing
Two-syllable words like "esteems" (e · steems) 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, “esteems” is worth 9 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 “esteems”
The letters in “esteems” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mestees.