How many syllables in “evades”?
syllables in "evades"
Word details
Syllables
3
e · va · des
Letters
6
e · v · a · d · e · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “evades”
The word “evades” contains 3 syllables, divided as e · va · des. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "evades" have?
"evades" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "evades" into syllables?
"evades" is divided into syllables as: e · va · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "evades"?
The Scrabble score for "evades" is 10 points.
Using “evades” in writing
Three-syllable words like "evades" (e · va · des) 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, “evades” 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 “evades”
The letters in “evades” can be rearranged to spell one other word: deaves.