How many syllables in “harems”?
syllables in "harems"
Word details
Syllables
2
ha · rems
Letters
6
h · a · r · e · m · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “harems”
The word “harems” contains 2 syllables, divided as ha · rems. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "harems" have?
"harems" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "harems" into syllables?
"harems" is divided into syllables as: ha · rems.
What is the Scrabble score for "harems"?
The Scrabble score for "harems" is 11 points.
Using “harems” in writing
Two-syllable words like "harems" (ha · rems) 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, “harems” is worth 11 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 “harems”
The letters in “harems” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: masher, shmear.