How many syllables in “ides”?
syllables in "ides"
Word details
Syllables
2
i · des
Letters
4
i · d · e · s
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “ides”
The word “ides” contains 2 syllables, divided as i · des. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ides" have?
"ides" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ides" into syllables?
"ides" is divided into syllables as: i · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "ides"?
The Scrabble score for "ides" is 5 points.
Using “ides” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ides" (i · des) 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, “ides” is worth 5 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 “ides”
The letters in “ides” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: dies, side.