How many syllables in “hares”?
syllables in "hares"
Word details
Syllables
2
ha · res
Letters
5
h · a · r · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “hares”
The word “hares” contains 2 syllables, divided as ha · res. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hares" have?
"hares" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hares" into syllables?
"hares" is divided into syllables as: ha · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "hares"?
The Scrabble score for "hares" is 8 points.
Using “hares” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hares" (ha · res) 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, “hares” is worth 8 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 “hares”
The letters in “hares” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: hears, rheas, share, shear.