How many syllables in “holes”?
syllables in "holes"
Word details
Syllables
2
ho · les
Letters
5
h · o · l · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “holes”
The word “holes” contains 2 syllables, divided as ho · les. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "holes" have?
"holes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "holes" into syllables?
"holes" is divided into syllables as: ho · les.
What is the Scrabble score for "holes"?
The Scrabble score for "holes" is 8 points.
Using “holes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "holes" (ho · les) 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, “holes” 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 “holes”
The letters in “holes” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: helos, hosel, sheol.