How many syllables in “kames”?
syllables in "kames"
Word details
Syllables
2
ka · mes
Letters
5
k · a · m · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “kames”
The word “kames” contains 2 syllables, divided as ka · mes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kames" have?
"kames" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "kames" into syllables?
"kames" is divided into syllables as: ka · mes.
What is the Scrabble score for "kames"?
The Scrabble score for "kames" is 11 points.
Using “kames” in writing
Two-syllable words like "kames" (ka · mes) 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, “kames” 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 “kames”
The letters in “kames” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: makes, samek.