How many syllables in “kites”?
syllables in "kites"
Word details
Syllables
2
ki · tes
Letters
5
k · i · t · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “kites”
The word “kites” contains 2 syllables, divided as ki · tes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kites" have?
"kites" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "kites" into syllables?
"kites" is divided into syllables as: ki · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "kites"?
The Scrabble score for "kites" is 9 points.
Using “kites” in writing
Two-syllable words like "kites" (ki · tes) 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, “kites” is worth 9 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 “kites”
The letters in “kites” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: skite, tikes.