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