How many syllables in “genies”?
syllables in "genies"
Word details
Syllables
2
ge · nies
Letters
6
g · e · n · i · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “genies”
The word “genies” contains 2 syllables, divided as ge · nies. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "genies" have?
"genies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "genies" into syllables?
"genies" is divided into syllables as: ge · nies.
What is the Scrabble score for "genies"?
The Scrabble score for "genies" is 7 points.
Using “genies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "genies" (ge · nies) 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, “genies” 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 “genies”
The letters in “genies” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: seeing, signee.