How many syllables in “kindreds”?
syllables in "kindreds"
Word details
Syllables
2
kin · dreds
Letters
8
k · i · n · d · r · e · d · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “kindreds”
The word “kindreds” contains 2 syllables, divided as kin · dreds. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kindreds" have?
"kindreds" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "kindreds" into syllables?
"kindreds" is divided into syllables as: kin · dreds.
What is the Scrabble score for "kindreds"?
The Scrabble score for "kindreds" is 14 points.
Using “kindreds” in writing
Two-syllable words like "kindreds" (kin · dreds) 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, “kindreds” is worth 14 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.